Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After 'Brief and Sudden Illness'

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) died Saturday night, his office confirmed Sunday.

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

Statement from the Office of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina). pic.twitter.com/CQ5yVvqTH1

— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) July 12, 2026

Graham ran against Trump for president in 2016 and was one of his toughest critics at first. Later, he became one of Trump’s most reliable supporters in the Senate.

“Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” the statement added.

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