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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief illness
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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief illness

From Adevฤƒrul · () Romanian

Translated from Romanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • US Senator Lindsey Graham has died at age 71 following a brief and sudden illness, his office announced.
  • Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, served in the Senate since 2003 and was a prominent voice on foreign policy and defense.
  • He recently visited Ukraine to advocate for deeper defense cooperation and was reportedly preparing for a new Senate term in 2026.

Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican voice on foreign policy and defense, died Saturday evening at the age of 71. His office announced his passing, citing a "short and sudden illness."

Graham, a retired Air Force colonel and former military lawyer, had served as a senator for South Carolina since 2003. His death comes just days after a visit to Ukraine, where he toured the SkyFall drone production facility and called for increased defense cooperation between the US and Ukraine.

In the evening of Saturday, July 11, US Senator Lindsey Graham passed away following a short and sudden illness. Senator Graham's family appreciates the prayers during these times and requests privacy during this incredibly difficult period.

โ€” Office of Senator Lindsey GrahamAnnouncing the senator's death.

Throughout his tenure, Graham was known for advocating a firm foreign policy, including strong support for military aid to Ukraine. He was also a significant figure in Republican politics, notably for his complex relationship with former President Donald Trump. Initially a vocal critic during the 2016 presidential primaries, Graham later became one of Trump's most loyal defenders in the Senate.

Trump had publicly endorsed Graham's re-election campaign in March 2025, calling him a "great friend" and praising his work on the Senate Budget Committee and his commitment to border security and supporting the military. Graham had reportedly been preparing to run for another term in the 2026 elections.

Lindsey has been a wonderful friend, and he was always there when I needed him.

โ€” Donald TrumpDescribing his relationship with Senator Graham.
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Originally published by Adevฤƒrul in Romanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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