America lost a good friend today, a staunch supporter of America and Israel; the Senator died of a quick and unexpected illness. He is irreplaceable.; a true Patriot. Our hearts go out to his loved ones and friends. We weep for this pillar of a man.

President Donald Trump paid tribute to Graham on Truth Social, calling him “a true American Patriot” and saying he would be “greatly missed.” South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster also honored Graham, describing him as an “irreplaceable” leader and a loyal friend.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune called Graham a “trusted adviser and colleague” and said his influence “will be felt for generations.”

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U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has died at age 71.

Graham represented South Carolina in the U.S. Senate since 2003 and previously served four terms in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Graham was a longtime member of the Senate Judiciary and Armed Services committees.

He served in the U.S. Air Force and Air Force Reserve, retiring as a colonel after a 33-year career.

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