U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passes away at 71

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. File

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U.S. ‌Senator Lindsey ​Graham ⁠passed away at the age of 71 ‌after ⁠a ⁠brief and sudden ​illness, ‌the communications director for ‌his ​office ‌said early on ​Sunday (July 12, 2026).Mr. Graham, a prominent Republican ⁠senator from South Carolina and a key ally of U.S. President Trump, died on ‌Saturday ‌evening, the office said in a ‌post on X.Statement from the Office of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina). pic.twitter.com/CQ5yVvqTH1— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) July 12, 2026“Senator ‌Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and ‌asks for privacy ​during this incredibly ⁠difficult period,” his office ⁠added. Published - July 12, 2026 12:10 pm IST