From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump
Summary
Senator Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly at age 71, had a complicated relationship with President Donald Trump. Although he briefly distanced himself after the January 6 Capitol riot, Graham soon returned to supporting Trump and worked closely with him on issues like foreign policy.Key Facts
- Lindsey Graham was a U.S. Senator from South Carolina.
- After the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, Graham said he was done supporting President Trump.
- Graham soon changed his mind and became a strong supporter of Trump again.
- He believed the Republican Party could not succeed without President Trump.
- Graham advised Trump on international issues such as Israel, Ukraine, and Iran.
- President Trump called Graham a "true American Patriot" and said he felt like family.
- Graham died unexpectedly after a brief illness.
- He was known for his close and sometimes complicated friendship with President Trump.
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