His death elicited statements from world leaders and Republicans and Democrats alike, a mark of his influence and his rise from humble origins.

Veteran Republican senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday evening at the age of 71 after a brief and sudden illness. | World News

Many colleagues reacted to the news of the South Carolina Republican's death, calling him a friend and American patriot.

The late South Carolina senator made a mid-career turn to MAGA.

The senator always sought relevance.