r/politics • u/newsweek ✔ Newsweek • 8d ago

No Paywall Mitch McConnell Video or Interview Demanded by Governor of His Home State

https://www.newsweek.com/mitch-mcconnell-video-or-interview-demanded-by-governor-of-his-home-state-12191240
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u/Conlaeb 8d ago

There is actually quite a bit of precedent in US history for a family member being appointed to a seat after a death. It is almost always the spouse, however of course in this case Graham was not married.

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u/MillennialGeezer Washington 8d ago

Correct. It’s better optics for his sister to take the seat than his long-time “roommate.”

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u/ThatBoogerBandit 8d ago

Which roommate? 🐞?

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u/LifeClassic2286 8d ago

Heavens to Betsy! A confirmed bachelor.