Published July 12, 2026 at 8:33 AM ET · Updated July 13, 2026 at 10:09 AM ET
South Carolina succession process begins after Graham's death
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South Carolina has begun the process of filling the Senate seat left vacant by Lindsey Graham's death. The state's succession rules will determine how the vacancy is addressed. Tributes from across the political spectrum have followed the announcement of his death.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 1 d ago, when Daily Caller reported it. Coverage has since grown to 9 independent outlets, including 4 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from CBS News. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
