Latest / Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Graham’s Passing Shifts South Carolina Politics | Seattle News
South Carolina braces for a seismic shift in Washington as Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden passing opens the door for a temporary replacement — and a high-stakes race to fill his seat. Governor McMaster can appoint an interim senator until January, while the GOP races to select a nominee for the special election, with a filing window opening July 21 and a primary on August 11. With President Trump hinting at a pick and Senator Tim Scott suggesting current lawmakers could step in, the political spotlight is already heating up — and the state’s next voice in Congress could be decided in weeks…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.