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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71
The Independent World Sunday 12 July 2026, 06:36 UTC By Akanksha Khushi 1 min read
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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 Graham was a prominent Republican senator from South Carolina - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments US Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday evening after a brief and sudden illness, the communications director for his office said in a post on X early on Sunday. Graham, 71, was a prominent Republican senator from South Carolina. "Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period," his...

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 Graham was a prominent Republican senator from South Carolina - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments US Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday evening after a brief and sudden illness, the communications director for his office said in a post on X early on Sunday. Graham, 71, was a prominent Republican senator from South Carolina. "Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period," his office added. More follows Join our commenting forum Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Comments [Image text:] AMERICAFIRST AGENDA
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