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'Lindsey Graham was irreplaceable': South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott

'Lindsey Graham was irreplaceable': South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott

Summary

South Carolina Senator Tim Scott spoke emotionally about the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, calling him irreplaceable and a close friend. Graham was a longtime Republican senator known for his strong support of national security and his alliance with President Donald Trump.

Key Facts

  • Lindsey Graham died suddenly at age 71 from a brief illness.
  • Tim Scott and Lindsey Graham served together in the Senate for 13 years.
  • Graham welcomed Scott when he became South Carolina’s first Black senator.
  • Graham was known for putting faith, family, and South Carolina first.
  • Graham made 10 trips to Ukraine, supporting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the country’s defense efforts.
  • Initially a Trump opponent in 2015, Graham became a close ally of President Trump.
  • President Trump called Graham a great senator and a true American patriot.
  • Graham’s death surprised many senators from both parties.
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