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Rhiannon12866

(262,200 posts)
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 03:53 AM 13 hrs ago

US Sen. Lindsey Graham has died after a brief and unexpected illness, his office says - Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies in Congress and a longtime advocate of direct confrontation with Iran, died Saturday evening after a “brief and sudden illness,” his office said in statement posted on social media.

The office did not provide any additional details about the South Carolina Republican, who was 71 years old.

“Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” the statement said.

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Graham especially advised the president on foreign policy matters such as Iran and Russia, and had just announced an agreement on Friday with the Trump administration to move forward on a package of Russia sanctions.

Graham had been in Ukraine to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who acknowledged the senator’s 10th visit to the country and thanked him for “recognizing our warriors.”

Read more: https://apnews.com/article/lindsey-graham-dies-south-carolina-bfa556e170f2df22ce9ffc7165da3dfa



Zelenskyy meets with Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal in Ukraine

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US Sen. Lindsey Graham has died after a brief and unexpected illness, his office says - Associated Press (Original Post) Rhiannon12866 13 hrs ago OP
May he rust in pieces. H2O Man 13 hrs ago #1
On MSNOW there are people actually praising the piece of shit. Solly Mack 13 hrs ago #2
He lost all credibility when he kissed Trumps fat ass, but I did appreciate his support for the Ukraine. FadedMullet 13 hrs ago #3
Yes, he did do that but Prof. Toru Tanaka 12 hrs ago #13
The people of Ukraine lost a dear friend today. riversedge 13 hrs ago #4
It's about his only redeeming quality. GoCubsGo 10 hrs ago #27
Novichok? LudwigPastorius 12 hrs ago #5
It does seem strange that two of them are taken down in short notice. C Moon 12 hrs ago #6
Meidas Touch is reporting that it was a heart attack. wnylib 12 hrs ago #9
Wouldn't he actually have to HAVE a heart first? niyad 8 hrs ago #33
The wording on his death announcement is so weird Grim Chieftain 12 hrs ago #7
That was unexpected spinbaby 12 hrs ago #8
A spinach, cheese and Turkey ham omlette malaise 10 hrs ago #23
This message was self-deleted by its author malaise 10 hrs ago #24
This message was self-deleted by its author malaise 10 hrs ago #25
Mimosa! Ham and cheese omelet, everything bagel, cantaloupe, coffee. niyad 8 hrs ago #34
Probably caused by videohead5 12 hrs ago #10
Reports now saying James48 12 hrs ago #11
Trump lost an ass kisser last night. Emile 12 hrs ago #12
I really, really want Democrats to avoid talking about how honorable he was tishaLA 11 hrs ago #14
This message was self-deleted by its author Alliepoo 11 hrs ago #17
I'm Assuming this MW67 11 hrs ago #15
Graham at his best... djacq 11 hrs ago #16
🔥 The flames of HELL burn brighter today. 🔥👿 QueerDuck 10 hrs ago #18
A masterpiece, my friend! I salute you! niyad 8 hrs ago #35
Isn't this such a shame? LilElf70 10 hrs ago #19
Oh please... "Brief and unexpected illness" my ass! It was his conscience that killed him... QueerDuck 10 hrs ago #20
Was there some scandal about to break concerning him? mwmisses4289 9 hrs ago #30
I don't know... but "people have been saying things" ... QueerDuck 9 hrs ago #31
I think it was the long flight actually ITAL 6 hrs ago #42
Where he went, John McCain won't be there to greet him. KS Toronado 10 hrs ago #21
That old tale about how prominent people die in threes - - - AverageOldGuy 10 hrs ago #22
Do not speak bad about the dead. Botany 10 hrs ago #26
I just heard a quote from him talking about positive support for Ukraine! wolfie001 10 hrs ago #28
A distinct possibility. niyad 8 hrs ago #36
I doubt that Putin could get to Lindsay Buckeyeblue 7 hrs ago #38
Grindr contacts? wolfie001 6 hrs ago #39
That did cross my mind Buckeyeblue 5 hrs ago #43
I wish Dems would STFU about this pro- fascist traitor malaise 10 hrs ago #29
Let's see... MoseShrute 9 hrs ago #32
Another hideous rePUKE wolfie001 6 hrs ago #40
Wham Bam thank you Graham Blue Owl 8 hrs ago #37
....... wolfie001 6 hrs ago #41

FadedMullet

(1,163 posts)
3. He lost all credibility when he kissed Trumps fat ass, but I did appreciate his support for the Ukraine.
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 03:58 AM
13 hrs ago

GoCubsGo

(35,108 posts)
27. It's about his only redeeming quality.
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 06:52 AM
10 hrs ago

And, speaking of awful people with redeeming qualities, I hope there's an afterlife, and that he meets up with his old buddy, John McCain, who would likely kick ol' Lindsey's ass into oblivion.

LudwigPastorius

(15,344 posts)
5. Novichok?
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 04:47 AM
12 hrs ago

Maybe Putin was tired of his influence on Trump concerning Russia.

…and if he was poisoned, would the administration let the truth out about it?

The assassination of a U.S. Senator would demand a forceful (military?) response…if the public knew about it.

C Moon

(13,873 posts)
6. It does seem strange that two of them are taken down in short notice.
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 04:51 AM
12 hrs ago

But maybe there's something going on in the background that has them stressed.

wnylib

(27,018 posts)
9. Meidas Touch is reporting that it was a heart attack.
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 05:13 AM
12 hrs ago

Ben Meiselas cited an emergency call for a cardiac arrest at Graham's residence. He was declared dead when he did not respond to revival attempts and was wheeled out on a stretcher.
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Video at the Liberal YouTubers forum.

Grim Chieftain

(2,430 posts)
7. The wording on his death announcement is so weird
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 04:55 AM
12 hrs ago

Earlier it was "brief and sudden" illness. Now it's "brief and unexpected illness". Their stupidity just stirs the pot of speculation and questioning.

Damn Republicans just can't tell the truth, even at a time like this.

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tishaLA

(14,870 posts)
14. I really, really want Democrats to avoid talking about how honorable he was
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 05:58 AM
11 hrs ago

He was an absolute prick toward Pres Biden and his son when Biden was president -- after decades of fostering a friendship with him and talking about what a wonderful person and public servant he was.

So issue statements, if you need to, about his years of service and I guess what a patriot he was or whatever pablum you think is appropriate, but FFS spare me the discourse about how honorable and reasonable he was. Leave that bullshit for Meghan McCain.

Response to tishaLA (Reply #14)

QueerDuck

(2,502 posts)
18. 🔥 The flames of HELL burn brighter today. 🔥👿
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 06:35 AM
10 hrs ago

Well, fiddle-dee-dee! I do declare, the tyrannical midsummer heavens have seen fit to unleash a suffocating, gelatinous blanket of oppressive, sweltering heat upon this day, threatening to reduce someone of my delicate sensibilities to utter ruin.

I must take extra care of my pristine porcelain visage... which is normally as smooth and pale as the finest imported alabaster... as it will undoubtedly begin to glisten with the most uninvited, microscopic beads of perspiration. Sweating is so dreadfully lower class, but I fear I shall soon be glowing like the morning dew on a ripe Georgia peach.

Thus, I must execute a strategic retreat and place my weary frame upon the cushioned sanctuary of the wicker porch swing, safely nestled beneath the deep, protective shadows of the grand veranda on the blessed, sun-deprived flank of the manor.

There, I shall relax and listen to the birds singing while a cool and gentle breeze rushes over my fevered brow. These simple pleasures only add to my boundless joy as I celebrate today's surprising news, raising a delicious mint julep to my parched lips and allowing the sugary, bourbon-infused elixir and crushed ice to resurrect my fainting Southern spirit.

After all, the Lord certainly works in mysterious, downright beautiful ways when cleaning His earthly house! Such unexpected and most welcome tidings deserve that we all celebrate with another splash of bourbon. After all, tomorrow is another day—but today, we can just sit back, enjoy the breathtaking beauty of a restored view, and toast to a much brighter future.

QueerDuck

(2,502 posts)
20. Oh please... "Brief and unexpected illness" my ass! It was his conscience that killed him...
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 06:44 AM
10 hrs ago

... or the constant and abject fear that he was about to be exposed. People have been saying, and I've been reading online... that there are receipts (so to speak). Having something like that hanging over one's head must surely take a toll on one's mental health and their physical health too. After all, it can't be easy being blackmailed and living under the constant fear of making the wrong step or saying the wrong thing and being exposed by his handlers.

Honestly, his death comes as no surprise to me. The only surprise, frankly, is that it wasn't a "fall down the stairs" or a tragic outcome as he was cleaning a shotgun.

That son of a bitch will not be missed. Good riddance to bad trash. I pray that the Lord above continues to clean house!

mwmisses4289

(5,359 posts)
30. Was there some scandal about to break concerning him?
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 07:57 AM
9 hrs ago

I mean, he was a repuke, so there is always something, but I didn't pay lindsey much mind except to hear about the latest groveling at ts feet.

QueerDuck

(2,502 posts)
31. I don't know... but "people have been saying things" ...
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 08:14 AM
9 hrs ago

... and there are a lot of rumors that certainly sound plausible. I remain skeptical, cynical and suspicious.

ITAL

(1,474 posts)
42. I think it was the long flight actually
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 11:01 AM
6 hrs ago

He was in his 70s and he just got back from a overseas trip. I've seen plenty of people die shortly after long plane rides, especially if they're 60+ years old. Obviously most people don't, but remember Graham's father also died of a heart attack.

AverageOldGuy

(4,432 posts)
22. That old tale about how prominent people die in threes - - -
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 06:49 AM
10 hrs ago

Graham: 71
McConnell: 83
Collins: 73

Trump: 80

Schumer: 75
Pelosi: 86

I'm 81 and my back hurts.

wolfie001

(8,311 posts)
28. I just heard a quote from him talking about positive support for Ukraine!
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 07:10 AM
10 hrs ago

2 days ago? In my car with the local WTOP news on. Praising Ukraine concerning the strengthening of their defenses. He sounded energetic. I couldn't stand the mf'er but this is so suspicious. I could see how pOOtin would take offense by that statement. I'm sure there are russki operatives here in the states with the US "intelligence" services being compromised by the fat orange imbecile.

Buckeyeblue

(6,529 posts)
38. I doubt that Putin could get to Lindsay
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 09:59 AM
7 hrs ago

But you never know. It'll be interesting if they do an autopsy.

Does he have family? No wife. No kids. I assume parents have passed. Maybe a sibling.

Buckeyeblue

(6,529 posts)
43. That did cross my mind
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 11:59 AM
5 hrs ago

However I've been skeptical of that particular narrative about him. Doesn't seem as if he could navigate that with the beans getting spilled, with pictures and video. I also never really cared if it was true.

MoseShrute

(191 posts)
32. Let's see...
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 08:18 AM
9 hrs ago

McConnell, then Graham. I think Grassley is looking over his shoulder for the grim reaper.

wolfie001

(8,311 posts)
40. Another hideous rePUKE
Sun Jul 12, 2026, 10:50 AM
6 hrs ago

Can't wait till that mf'er kicks the bucket. Never did a good thing the whole time he's been rotting in the Senate.

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