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How Sen. Lindsey Graham's Senate seat will get filled

Longtime South Caroline Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a "brief and sudden illness," his office said early Sunday morning. CBS News' Major Garrett breaks down how his Senate seat will be filled.

Published July 12, 2026, 6:34 PM
Updated July 12, 2026, 7:10 PM1.6K
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How Sen. Lindsey Graham's Senate seat will get filled

Longtime South Caroline Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a "brief and sudden illness," his office said early Sunday morning. CBS News' Major Garrett breaks down how his Senate seat will be filled.

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