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Sen. Lindsey Graham dead at 71 after 'brief and sudden' illness, office says

Published July 12, 2026, 6:29 AM

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Sen. Lindsey Graham dead at 71 after 'brief and sudden' illness, office says

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Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., died Saturday evening following a "brief and sudden" illness, according to a statement from his office.

"On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness," his office said.

"Senator Graham's family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period," it continued.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., speaks with reporters about aid to Ukraine, on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, March 10, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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Sen. Lindsey Graham dead at 71 after 'brief and sudden' illness, office says

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