Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump, died on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the age of 71. His office announced that he passed away following a 'brief and sudden illness.'
Graham was first elected to the U.S. Senate in 2002 and served continuously, becoming a prominent voice on foreign policy and national security. He was known for his close relationship with Trump, often defending the president in public and on television.
Details about the specific illness have not been released. Tributes from colleagues and political figures are expected in the coming days. Graham's death marks a significant loss for the Republican Party in the Senate.
