Lindsey Graham remembered as ‘true American original’ at Capitol memorial
Summary
U.S. leaders gathered in Washington to honor Senator Lindsey Graham, remembering him as a strong supporter of America’s foreign policies and conservative causes. Graham’s sister, Darline, will finish his Senate term and is running to keep the seat. President Trump is set to speak at a memorial service for Graham.Key Facts
- Lindsey Graham was a Republican senator from South Carolina who died suddenly at age 71.
- He was known for his support of “America First” policies and strong U.S. involvement abroad, including backing Ukraine and Israel.
- Graham was an outspoken anti-abortion advocate and helped confirm conservative judges like Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.
- His sister, Darline Graham, was sworn in to serve the remainder of his current Senate term.
- President Donald Trump, whom Graham supported in recent years after previously criticizing him, will speak at a Washington memorial service.
- Graham served in the Air Force Reserve, was first elected to the House in 1994, and then to the Senate in 2002.
- Memorial events for Graham included a ceremony at the Capitol Rotunda and will include an F-16 flyover in South Carolina followed by family burial.
- World leaders including Ukraine’s president and Israel’s prime minister planned to attend memorial events.
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