Lindsey Graham’s finest hour

Published July 13, 2026 2:00pm ET | Updated July 13, 2026 2:04pm ET



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Sen. Lindsey Graham died suddenly over the weekend at age 71, sending shockwaves through Washington. Graham, the senior senator from South Carolina, lived an extraordinary and consequential life. He will be remembered for many things, including his multifaceted service to the nation, his intense patriotism, and his sense of humor.

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