Sen. Lindsey Graham's memorial services set for later this month
Summary
Senator Lindsey Graham passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2026. Memorial services for him will be held later this month in Washington, D.C., and South Carolina. His sister, Darline Graham, was appointed to fill his Senate seat temporarily and may run in the upcoming special election.Key Facts
- Lindsey Graham, a Republican senator from South Carolina, died on July 11, 2026, due to an aortic dissection linked to heart disease.
- Memorial services are scheduled for July 28 in Washington, D.C., likely at the National Cathedral, and on July 29 in Columbia and Pickens County, South Carolina.
- Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, was appointed by South Carolina’s governor to temporarily fill his Senate seat.
- President Donald Trump supported Darline Graham’s appointment and encouraged her to run in the special primary election.
- Darline Graham has experience as commissioner of the South Carolina Commission for the Blind and holds other state and national roles.
- It is not confirmed if President Trump will attend the memorial services.
- Darline Graham has not formally announced whether she will run for the full Senate term but is reportedly considering it.
- Lindsey Graham was serving his fifth term in the Senate at the time of his passing and was a known ally of President Trump.
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