Trump reveals who he's eyeing to replace Lindsey Graham
Following the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, Donald Trump and GOP figures are navigating a contentious succession battle for the South Carolina seat.
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Donald Trump has revealed his preferred choice to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham. Simultaneously, Russell Fry is moving toward a run for the South Carolina Senate seat.
Coverage from Fox News, Politico, and CBS News emphasizes the political maneuvering following Graham's sudden death. The Hill and Fox News report that the process has sparked conflict, with Lawler criticizing a succession post by Mace as 'grotesque' and a Graham ally labeling jockeying Republicans as 'thirsty.' Future developments center on the official candidacy of Russell Fry and the final selection process to fill the vacant Senate seat.
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Who is considering a run for the Senate seat?
Russell Fry is moving toward a run for the South Carolina Senate seat.
How have some Republicans reacted to the succession process?
Reactions have been critical; Lawler described a post by Mace as 'grotesque,' and an ally of Graham described the candidates as 'thirsty.'
Why is the seat vacant?
The vacancy follows the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham.
Coverage (5)
- Russell Fry moves toward South Carolina Senate run Politico · 15h ago
- Lawler rips Mace over ‘grotesque’ Graham succession post The Hill · 15h ago
- Who could replace Lindsey Graham in the Senate after his sudden death? CBS News · 15h ago
- Graham ally rips 'thirsty' Republicans jockeying to replace late senator Fox News · 15h ago broke it first
- Trump reveals who he's eyeing to replace Lindsey Graham Fox News · 15h ago broke it first
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