Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina passed away late Saturday due to a brief and sudden illness, according to a statement from his office. Graham, who was a supporter of President Trump and an advocate for U.S. military action globally, died on July 11. His office did not provide details on the cause of death. Tributes have been shared by various political leaders, including President Trump and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, who praised Graham's dedication to the United States and its allies. Graham was running for his fifth Senate term at the time of his death, having been first elected to the Senate in 2002 after serving in the House for eight years. He had a military background, serving as a lawyer in the Air Force and remaining in the Reserves until his retirement in 2015.
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Senator Lindsey Graham passes away at age 71
Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died on July 11 at the age of 71 due to a sudden illness. Tributes from political leaders highlight his commitment to the U.S. and its allies. Graham was in the midst of a Senate campaign at the time of his passing.
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