Senator Lindsey Graham, a veteran member of the U.S. Republican party, died today at the age of 71. The senator's office described his demise as caused by "an illness that came on suddenly and rapidly." This is the end of Graham's political career that lasted for over three decades, making him one of the most powerful and influential voices in U.S. foreign policy.
Graham, who has been acting as a senator from South Carolina since the year 2003, is remembered as a warhawk on national security, a friend of Israel, and Ukraine, and for being close to President Donald Trump as his political partner. Despite having been one of Trump's vocal critics during the presidential primaries of 2016, the two established their partnership soon after.
Prior to serving in the Senate, Graham was a congressman representing South Carolina, аn attorney, and a member of the U.S. Air Force. During his time in the Senate, Graham chaired numerous important committees including the Judiciary Committee, and the Budget Committee, having a significant impact on the confirmation of judges, foreign policy initiatives, and legal negotiations.
His office did not mention the reason for his death but only stated that he was dead after a short illness. To mourn the death of Graham, his family has requested him to keep things to himself.
The death of Graham has caused him to receive messages of condolence from people of different political parties. President Trump described him as one of the best Senators he has ever met. They expressed admiration for his devotion to public service and security.
With the demise of Graham, his seat in the Senate has become vacant. In accordance with the laws of South Carolina, governor Henry McMaster is to appoint a temporary nominee before a special election for the seat.
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