Senator Lindsey Graham has reportedly died at the age of 71, according to a statement from his Senate office. Preliminary medical findings indicate that Graham suffered a fatal aortic dissection linked to underlying heart disease, although a final death certificate will be issued after toxicology testing and additional medical examinations. The longtime South Carolina Republican served nearly three decades in Congress and was widely recognized as one of Washington's leading foreign policy voices, a strong supporter of Ukraine, and a prominent advocate of a hardline approach toward Iran. His death came only hours after returning from a visit to Kyiv, where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other senior officials. This video examines the reported medical findings, Graham's political legacy, and the reaction to his sudden passing.

Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 of an aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. An ER doctor explains why it kills so fast and the warning signs.

The South Carolina senator’s office said the 71-year-old died after a “brief and sudden illness.”

Republican hawk and Iran critic was frequent visitor to Middle East and respected among Gulf leaders

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