Lindsey Graham’s Relationship With Donald Trump, Explained
Summary
Senator Lindsey Graham, who recently passed away at 71 after a sudden illness, had a changing relationship with President Donald Trump. Initially a strong critic during the 2016 campaign, Graham later became one of President Trump’s closest allies, except for a brief public break after the January 6 Capitol attack, before resuming their partnership.Key Facts
- Lindsey Graham was 71 years old when he died after a brief illness.
- He was a vocal critic of President Trump during the 2016 Republican primary, calling him a "jackass" and warning about his impact on the party.
- President Trump and Graham exchanged personal insults early in the 2016 campaign, including Trump sharing Graham’s phone number at a rally.
- After Trump won the presidency, Graham became one of his strongest Senate allies, supporting his judicial picks and defending him publicly.
- Graham often visited the White House, played golf with Trump, and backed him during impeachment trials.
- Their relationship suffered a rift after the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack, when Graham publicly distanced himself from Trump and accepted Joe Biden’s election victory.
- The break was brief, and Graham returned to support Trump’s policies and campaigns in the years following.
- President Trump posted an emotional tribute to Graham after his death, calling him a great senator and patriot.
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