Lindsey Graham dies aged 71 after sudden illness, his office says – live
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Senator Lindsey Graham has died at age 71 from a sudden illness, according to his office. Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, had served in the Senate since 2003 and was a key ally of Donald Trump. He was running for re-election in November. His death is expected to have significant political implications in Washington and within the Republican party.
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Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at age 71 during re-election campaign.
Graham served in the Senate since 2003.
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Graham's death will send shock waves through Washington and the Republican party.
Opinion- Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at age 71 during re-election campaign.
- Described as key ally of Donald Trump.
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Loaded language removed<p>Graham’s abrupt death will send shock waves through Washington and the Republican party</p><p><strong>Lindsey Graham, a longtime US senator and key ally of Donald Trump, has died from a sudden illness, his office said on Sunday. He had just turned 71.</strong></p><p>Graham’s abrupt death will send shock waves through Washington and the Republican party.
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Graham's death will send shock waves through Washington and the Republican party.
OpinionLindsey Graham has died from a sudden illness at age 71.
The GuardianGraham served in the Senate since 2003.
The GuardianGraham was representing South Carolina.
The GuardianGraham was running for re-election in November.
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