Sen. Lindsey Graham dead at 71 after 'brief and sudden' illness, office says
The longtime politician had served as a US senator for South Carolina since 2003
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., died Saturday evening following a "brief and sudden" illness, according to a statement from his office.
"On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness," his office said.
"Senator Graham's family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period," it continued.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., speaks with reporters about aid to Ukraine, on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, March 10, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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