Trump mourns Senator Lindsey Graham, calls him 'true Patriot'

President Donald Trump mourned the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, remembering him as a "true American Patriot." Trump shared his condolences on his social media platform, Truth Social, stating, "Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the best people and senators I have ever known, has passed away! He was always working and was a true American Patriot. Lindsey will be greatly missed!"

Graham's office confirmed his death on Saturday, July 11, attributing it to a "brief and sudden illness." The office released a statement on social media platform X, saying, "On Saturday night, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away after a brief and sudden illness. Senator Graham's family thanks the prayers during this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period."

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Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the best people and senators I have ever known, has passed away! He was always working and was a true American Patriot. Lindsey will be greatly missed!

Just weeks prior, Trump had endorsed Graham's bid for re-election in the November midterm elections. Graham, serving his fourth consecutive six-year term as senator for South Carolina, was recognized as a prominent Republican voice, particularly for his hawkish stance on Iran and strong support for Israel.

Condolences also came from Israeli officials, including President Isaac Herzog and Defense Minister Israel Katz. Graham had recently visited Kyiv, meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy just two days before his passing.

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On Saturday night, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away after a brief and sudden illness. The family of Senator Graham thanks the prayers during this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period.