US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71

US Senator Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71. His press office announced this via his official X and Facebook pages.

The statement said the senator passed away on Saturday evening, July 11, following a short and sudden illness.

“US Senator Lindsey Graham passed away on Saturday evening, July 11, after a short and sudden illness. Senator Graham’s family is grateful for the prayers and support during this difficult time and requests that their privacy be respected,” the official statement read.

US President Donald Trump also confirmed the senator's passing.

“Senator Lindsey Graham was one of the greatest people and senators I have ever known. He always worked for the interests of the people and was a true patriot for America. We will miss Lindsey Graham very much,” Trump wrote.

According to NBC News, citing police sources, emergency medical personnel arrived at the senator's home following a call regarding cardiac arrest.

For context, Lindsey Graham was born in 1955. He had served as a US Senator from South Carolina since January 2003. As of January 2025, he was serving as the Chairman of the US Senate Budget Committee.