Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sister Darline reacts to Trump recommending her to fill out SC Senate seat

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Sen. Lindsey Graham’s only surviving family member spoke briefly with The Post on Monday about the loss of her brother following a heart attack Saturday night.

Sen. Lindsey Graham photobombs a local weatherman's live TV shot beside his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, at the Iowa State FairSen. Lindsey Graham photobombs a local weatherman’s live TV shot beside his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, Iowa, on Aug. 17, 2015, during his presidential campaign. CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images

“Actually, I’m just kind of like devastated right now,” said Darline Graham Nordone in a brief phone call.

President Trump posted on his Truth Social minutes before that he had recommended Graham’s “wonderful sister” to serve as interim senator until a special election can be held.

South Carolina Republican Gov. Henry McMaster will be choosing that replacement. He’s scheduled a 4 pm press conference to make that announcement.

“This would be a fabulous tribute to Lindsey, who loved her dearly!” Trump added.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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