US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican figure and close ally of Donald Trump, died early Sunday following a sudden illness.
He was 71.
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His office announced the death in a statement, saying Graham passed away on the evening of Saturday, July 11, from a brief and sudden illness.
The family requested privacy and prayers during this difficult time.
Political Career and Legacy
Graham represented South Carolina in the Senate since 2003. Before his political career, he served as a retired Air Force Reserve colonel and military lawyer.
He was known as a foreign policy hawk, supporting the Iraq War and advocating for military intervention in Iran.
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In 2016, he ran for president.
Initially a fierce critic of Donald Trump, Graham later became one of his most steadfast defenders on Capitol Hill, especially during recent conflicts.
Details about the exact medical condition that caused his death have not been disclosed.
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His unexpected passing is expected to have a major impact on Washington and the Republican Party.
