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

Senator Lindsey Graham died at 71 following a “brief and sudden illness,” according to a statement released by his office. The office confirmed that on the evening of Saturday, July 11, the U.S. Senator from South Carolina passed away after the illness. Graham previously ran against Donald Trump in 2016 and was initially described as one of Trump’s toughest critics, before later becoming one of his most dependable supporters in the Senate. His family requested prayers and privacy during the “incredibly difficult period.” The announcement was made Sunday, with the report described as developing. The statement did not provide further medical details beyond the illness characterization.