South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham dead at 71 after ‘brief and sudden’ illness

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) died Saturday following a brief illness at the age of 71, his office said on X.

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“On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness. Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” Graham’s office said.

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