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US politicians and foreign leaders pay tribute to Lindsey Graham

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Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died unexpectedly at the age of 71. His death prompted tributes from former President Donald Trump, who called him a patriot, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who expressed deep sadness. Graham was known for his hawkish stance on Iran and his influential role in shaping the conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court. His passing marks a significant moment in U.S. politics, given his long tenure and impact on judicial and foreign policy.

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Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died unexpectedly at the age of 71. His death prompted tributes from former President Donald Trump, who called him a patriot, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who expressed deep sadness. Graham was known for his hawkish stance on Iran and his influential role in shaping the conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court. His passing marks a significant moment in U.S. politics, given his long tenure and impact on judicial and forei...

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Why it matters

Trump calls Graham a 'true American Patriot' in a social media tribute.

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Donald Trump called Lindsey Graham 'a true American Patriot'.

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Donald Trump called Lindsey Graham 'a true American Patriot'.

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  • Trump calls Graham a 'true American Patriot' in a social media tribute.
  • Zelenskyy expresses being 'deeply saddened' by Graham's death.

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<p>Trump says Graham was ‘a true American patriot’ while Zelenskyy says he’s ‘deeply saddened’ by death</p><p>Washington woke up to <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/12/lindsey-graham-key-ally-of-donald-trump-has-died-after-sudden-illness-his-office-says">the unexpected death of Republican senator Lindsey Graham</a>, 71, who changed the course of modern history with his…

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Donald Trump called Lindsey Graham 'a true American Patriot'.

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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed being 'deeply saddened' by Graham's death.

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Donald Trump paid tribute to Lindsey Graham on Truth Social after his death.

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Lindsey Graham played a key role in establishing the conservative US Supreme Court.

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