South Carolina's governor names Lindsey Graham's sister to serve out his term
Source: NPR Topics: News · Bias: Center
Summary
South Carolina's governor says he is appointing Darline Graham to finish the term of her late brother. Top Republicans, including President Trump, have coalesced around the pick.
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