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Graham’s Exit and South Carolina’s Next Move | Auckland News
Senator Lindsey Graham’s unexpected death sends shockwaves through South Carolina and Washington, triggering a high-stakes special election to fill his Senate seat. With Republicans holding a razor-thin majority, the governor can appoint a temporary replacement—but a primary election looms for November’s general election, possibly as early as August. Names like Rep. Nancy Mace are already circling, while Trump hints at a secret pick. Though the GOP-controlled Senate may not shift in balance, Graham’s absence leaves a major void: he chaired the Budget Committee and was a key voice on defense…
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