Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after ‘brief and sudden illness’

WASHINGTON — Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who was elected to the Senate in 2003 and was a close political ally of President Donald Trump, has died, his office confirmed early Sunday. He was 71. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Graham died Saturday night “from a brief … Read more

Senator Lindsey Graham dies after

Senator Lindsey Graham has died on Saturday evening following a “brief and sudden illness.” “On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness,” his office said in a statement. “Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult … Read more

Transcript: GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham on

The following is the transcript of the interview with Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina that aired on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on June 21, 2026. MARGARET BRENNAN South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, who joins us from Seneca. Good morning to you, Senator. SENATOR LINDSEY GRAHAM Good morning. Good morning. MARGARET BRENNAN … Read more

Sen. Lindsey Graham: “Let’s try a diplomatic solution. I think it’s going to fail.”

Washington — GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina said Sunday he expects the U.S.’s attempts to reach a diplomatic solution with Iran to fail, though he noted that he would “rather try diplomacy than take it off the table.” “Let’s try a diplomatic solution. I think it’s going to fail. What happens next?” Graham … Read more

Trump ally Lindsey Graham survives challenge from GOP’s anti-establishment wing

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., squeaked out a win Tuesday night in a crowded primary race for the Republican nomination in the Palmetto State.  Though there were six candidates, the contest truly fell between Graham and businessman Mark Lynch. Their primary battle again brought forth the ongoing feud … Read more

Sen. Lindsey Graham wins GOP primary, defeating wealthy challenger in South Carolina

Sen. Lindsey Graham has won his Republican primary in South Carolina, NBC News projects, after spending millions to secure the nomination. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Graham faced multiple primary challengers on Tuesday, but the biggest threat came from self-funding businessman Mark Lynch, who loaned … Read more

Annie Andrews wins Democratic Senate primary in South Carolina, vying to take on Sen. Lindsey Graham, CBS News projects

Annie Andrews won South Carolina’s Democratic primary for Senate on Tuesday, CBS News has projected, as Democrats once again try to unseat Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham in November. Andrews is a pediatrician who faced off against Republican Rep. Nancy Mace two years ago and lost. Graham has held the seat since 2003, and an upset … Read more

South Carolina Republicans try to extend winning streak as Sen. Lindsey Graham seeks fifth term

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina voters on Tuesday are aiming to winnow the field in high-profile races for governor and U.S. Senate, with Republicans seeking to maintain a statewide winning streak that stretches back decades. Republican contenders have trumpeted their loyalty to President Donald Trump, who has remained popular in the state despite some nationwide … Read more