Lindsey Graham remembered by Trump as 'giant of the US Senate' at funeral
Summary
President Donald Trump honored Senator Lindsey Graham at his funeral, calling him a key figure in the Senate and a strong supporter of Israel and Ukraine. Graham, who died suddenly at 71 from a heart artery tear, was remembered for his dedication to US foreign policy and his close relationship with Trump.Key Facts
- Lindsey Graham died suddenly at age 71 due to an aortic dissection, a serious tear in the heart’s main artery.
- Graham had just returned from a trip to Kyiv, Ukraine, where he met President Zelensky.
- President Trump called Graham a "giant of the US Senate" and praised his commitment to America.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Zelensky attended the funeral.
- Graham was a strong supporter of Israel, Ukraine, and US foreign intervention.
- He was first elected to the Senate in 2022, representing South Carolina.
- Graham and Trump had a complicated relationship but became close allies over time.
- Graham’s sister, Darline Graham, was appointed to fill his Senate seat after his death.
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