US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71, triggering South Carolina primary race
US Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died Saturday at 71, leaving the state to confront his complex legacy. Republicans must organize a primary within a month to find his successor for November's midterm elections. Graham shaped South Carolina politics for decades, evolving from Reagan Republican to Trump ally, while the state wrestled with his contradictions.
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Published 17 Jul 2026, 11:00 UTC · Updated 17 Jul 2026, 11:20 UTC
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