Senator Darline Graham, representing South Carolina, shared details about her recent Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump. The meeting occurred soon after the unexpected passing of her brother, Senator Lindsey Graham. President Trump offered his condolences and support as Graham assumed her brother’s Senate position.

Graham expressed the president’s sincerity, stating, “The president was very sincere in his condolences about Lindsey.” She recounted Trump describing Lindsey Graham as a valued friend and almost like family.

Darline Graham, recently sworn in at the U.S. Capitol, assumes this role following her appointment by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, who selected her to fill the seat temporarily. During her visit with President Trump, she highlighted a critical issue her brother championed: imposing sanctions on Russia. “I went on to mention that there were some things that I felt like were very important to Lindsey — Russia sanctions — and that I really wanted to push those across the finish line,” she explained.

President Trump later publicly encouraged Graham to run in the forthcoming special election. He assured her of his “complete and total endorsement” if she decided to enter the race.

Despite these developments, Graham has resolved to preserve her brother’s legacy by announcing her bid for a full Senate term. “I feel like I can do this, and the meeting with the president, it was such an honor,” she stated. She assured the president of her dedication, saying, “I will work hard, and I’m loyal.”

Fox News Digital provided details contributed by Nora Moriarty, with Taylor Penley, an associate editor covering media and culture, also contributing to the coverage.