Graham Honored Across Washington and South Carolina
Senator Graham honored through Capitol ceremony, National Cathedral funeral, and South Carolina memorial service.
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Senator Lindsey Graham Death
Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent foreign policy figure who served four Senate terms over 30+ years, died on July 11, 2026 from an aortic dissection at age 71. State ceremonies in Washington on July 28 were attended by President Trump, Vice President Vance, Israeli PM Netanyahu, and Ukrainian President Zelensky. The Senate advanced a bipartisan Russia sanctions package as tribute to Graham's legacy. His sister Darline was appointed to fill his Senate seat.
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Funeral service for Sen. Lindsey Graham held at National Cathedral in Washington
A funeral service for Senator Lindsey Graham was held on July 28 at Washington National Cathedral at 2 p.m. EDT. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance made remarks during the service. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky attended the service.
Sen. Lindsey Graham served as Air Force officer with military honors
Senator Lindsey Graham served as a judge advocate general in the Air Force and remained a reserve or National Guard member for decades. He briefly switched to active status to advise the Air Force during the Iraq War. He was awarded the Bronze Star medal for service in 2014 and formally retired as a colonel in 2015.
Sen. Lindsey Graham served as manager in Clinton impeachment trial
Senator Lindsey Graham served as a manager in President Bill Clinton's impeachment trial, rising to prominence in that role. He later formed alliances with Senator John McCain and Senator Joe Lieberman as part of the "three amigos" who focused on national security issues.
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at age 71 from aortic dissection
Senator Lindsey Graham died on July 11 at his home in Washington from an aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. He was 71 years old. Graham had recently returned from a NATO summit in Turkey where he celebrated his birthday and visited Ukraine.
Sen. Lindsey Graham supported bipartisan Russia sanctions over Ukraine war
Days before his death, Senator Lindsey Graham won President Trump's support for a long-fought bipartisan proposal to impose sanctions on Russia over the war in Ukraine. Senators planned to approve the Russian sanctions package as a tribute to Graham, with a procedural vote scheduled for July 28.
Sen. Lindsey Graham served four terms in U.S. Senate over 30 years
Senator Lindsey Graham served four terms in the U.S. Senate over more than 30 years. He was first elected to Congress in 1994 as part of the Republican revolution that swept the GOP to power, and was among the first Republicans from South Carolina since Reconstruction. He was elected to the Senate in 2002.
Darline Graham appointed to fill remainder of brother's Senate term
Lindsey Graham's younger sister, Darline Graham, was appointed by the state governor to fill the remainder of his term in the U.S. Senate. She is running in a primary field for the fall election, with the filing period for the special primary election closing on July 28 and voting set for August 11.
Memorial service for Sen. Lindsey Graham scheduled in South Carolina
A public memorial service for Senator Lindsey Graham was held on July 29 at First Baptist Church in Columbia, South Carolina, his home state. Joint Base Charleston was renamed in his honor by the White House.
Senate Capitol Rotunda ceremony held to honor Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Senate held a special ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda on July 28 to honor Senator Lindsey Graham. Vice President JD Vance and several Cabinet officials, including Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, were in attendance. Senate Majority Leader John Thune delivered remarks.
Lindsey Graham held positions as Senate Budget Committee and Judiciary Committee chairman
Lindsey Graham served as chairman of the Senate Budget Committee and served as chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee during his tenure in the Senate.
Lindsey Graham funeral service scheduled at Washington National Cathedral
A funeral service for Lindsey Graham was scheduled for 2 p.m. at Washington National Cathedral. President Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Vice President JD Vance, and world leaders were expected to attend to deliver remarks and pay tribute.
Lindsey Graham lies in state at U.S. Capitol
Senator Lindsey Graham lay in state at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on July 28, with mourners gathering to remember the longtime member of Congress. A service with tributes was held in the Capitol rotunda at approximately 10 a.m., with senators and lawmakers from both parties in attendance.
Senator Lindsey Graham dies at age 71
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) died on July 11 at age 71 from a likely aortic tear. Graham served in Congress starting in 1994, in the House of Representatives from 1995 to 2003, and in the Senate from 2003 until his death.
Lindsey Graham authored sanctions bill against Russia
Senator Lindsey Graham authored a sanctions bill targeting Russia that the Senate was expected to take up in the week following his death. The bill is named after him. Graham was known as a hawk on foreign policy and was tough on Russia.
Lindsey Graham memorial services planned in South Carolina
Following the Washington services, Lindsey Graham was honored in South Carolina with additional memorial services planned in Columbia and Pickens County. Graham was to be laid to rest in Pickens County, where he was born. These services were scheduled for Wednesday following his Capitol memorial.
Lindsey Graham supported military action against Iran
Senator Lindsey Graham, known as a hawk on foreign policy, supported military action against Iran in efforts to block the country from obtaining nuclear weapons.
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