U.S., World Leaders React to Sudden Passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham
National and world leaders praised Graham’s long Senate career and foreign policy influence after his office said he died of a brief, sudden illness.
- On Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died at age 71 following a "brief and sudden illness," his office said.
- Serving in the U.S. Senate since 2003, Graham previously represented South Carolina in the U.S. House and Air Force, becoming a leading voice on national security and foreign policy.
- President Donald Trump called Graham a "true American Patriot," while former President Joe Biden noted they served together in Congress for over a decade and "did agree on the profound importance of public service."
- Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called Graham a "staunch advocate for bipartisan and bicameral support for Ukraine," while Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated, "Lindsey understood that the security of Israel and America are inseparable."
- Following South Carolina law, the governor must appoint a replacement to serve until January, while local leaders in Hartsville remembered Graham's frequent community visits throughout his three decades of public service.
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Former U.S. ambassador to Japan on Sen. Lindsey Graham's passing and recent trip to Israel
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Mississippi leaders react to death of Sen. Lindsey Graham
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Taiwanese Leaders Offer Their Condolences to Sen. Lindsey Graham
TAIPEI, Taiwan—Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te and other officials are mourning the loss of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), calling him a dear friend to Taiwan. Lai stated that he was “deeply saddened” by the 71-year-old’s sudden death, according to his X post on July 12. “A true friend of Taiwan, Senator Graham will always be remembered as an unwavering advocate & defender of freedom,” Lai wrote. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to his …
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