South Carolina's governor selected Senator Lindsey Graham's sister to complete his Senate term after Graham died on Saturday, according to the BBC.
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Key facts
- Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday, according to the BBC.
- The South Carolina governor chose Graham's sister as his replacement, the BBC reported.
- She will serve out the remainder of Graham's Senate term, according to the BBC.
The South Carolina governor has chosen Senator Lindsey Graham’s sister to serve out the remainder of his term following the senator’s death, according to the BBC.
Graham died on Saturday, the BBC reported. The governor selected Graham’s sister — described by the BBC as his ‘little sister’ — to fill the vacant seat and complete the term he had been serving.
The BBC did not provide further details about the circumstances of Graham’s death, the exact timing of the appointment, or additional biographical information about his sister in the material available.
Why it matters
A Senate vacancy and its replacement affect the continuity of representation for an entire state. The choice of a family member to complete a senator's term is an unusual development that is likely to draw attention to how the seat is handled going forward.
Frequently asked questions
Who was chosen to replace Senator Lindsey Graham?
According to the BBC, the South Carolina governor chose Graham's younger sister to serve out the remainder of his term.
When did Lindsey Graham die?
The BBC reported that Graham died on Saturday.
How long will the replacement serve?
The BBC reports she was chosen to serve out the rest of Graham's term.
Timeline
- Lindsey Graham's sister chosen as replacement after senator's death
BBC World: The South Carolina governor chose the senator's little sister to serve out the rest of his term after Graham's death on Saturday.