Political succession stories

Jul 13, 2026

Darline Graham Nordone Named to Fill Late Brother Lindsey Graham's U.S. Senate Seat

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham died unexpectedly over the weekend, and his sister Darline Graham Nordone has been chosen to serve as his temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate.

Jul 13, 20261 source

Jun 22, 2026

Andy Burnham poised to succeed Keir Starmer as UK Labour leader after PM's resignation

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is on track to become Britain's next prime minister following Keir Starmer's resignation, with key endorsements including from Health Secretary Wes Streeting and potential rivals struggling to gather sufficient support to force a contested leadership election.

Jun 22, 20265 sources

Jun 19, 2026

UK PM Keir Starmer faces pressure to set exit timetable after Andy Burnham wins by-election

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure from Labour MPs and cabinet ministers to announce a departure timetable following Andy Burnham's by-election victory in northern England, which removes a key barrier to Burnham challenging for the leadership. Starmer has vowed to fight any challenge.

Jun 19, 20266 sources