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Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina dies

The senator died on Saturday after a "brief" illness, his office said.

Published July 12, 2026, 6:50 AM
Updated July 12, 2026, 7:05 AM4.8K
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 Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina dies

Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator from South Carolina, died on Saturday after a "brief and sudden" illness, his office said in a statement. He was 71.

"Senator Graham's family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period," said the statement, which was posted early Sunday on social media.

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