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U.S. and world leaders pay tribute to Lindsey Graham following sudden death

U.S. and world leaders pay tribute to Lindsey Graham following sudden death

Summary

Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died suddenly at age 71 after a brief illness. Many U.S. and world leaders honored his work in the Senate and his support for U.S. alliances, especially with Israel and Ukraine.

Key Facts

  • Lindsey Graham was a four-term Republican senator known for his strong views on foreign policy.
  • He died suddenly on Saturday evening after a brief illness.
  • President Donald Trump called Graham a great senator and patriot.
  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune praised Graham’s dedication to defense, the judiciary, and South Carolina.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Graham was a defender of freedom and visited Ukraine 10 times during the war.
  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Graham a cherished friend and a strong supporter of Israel.
  • NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte described Graham as a powerful advocate for America and NATO.
  • Graham had recently helped finalize a U.S. sanctions bill against Russia.
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