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July 12, 2026
Lindsey Graham Remembered for His Complex Legacy in Foreign Policy
- Graham's death has prompted tributes from leaders including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, emphasizing his global influence.
- He was a staunch advocate for U.S. military support in Ukraine and a key figure in shaping foreign policy under President Trump.
- Reactions to his passing reflect a complicated legacy, with some praising his commitment to allies while others criticize his hawkish stances, particularly in the Middle East.
12 Sources
- Netanyahu says Lindsey Graham was 'very clear' about knocking out Iran's nuclear programJul 12, 2026 at 3:42 PM · The Hill
- Inside Lindsey Graham's final push for Saudi-Israel peaceJul 12, 2026 at 4:34 PM · Axios
- GOP senator says Graham ‘really felt he was making great strides’ on Russia sanctions bill before deathJul 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM · The Hill
- Sen. Lindsey Graham's death elicits bipartisan outpouring of condolencesJul 12, 2026 at 5:27 PM · ABC News
- Transcript: Rahm Emanuel on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026Jul 12, 2026 at 5:32 PM · CBS News
- Patel says FBI 'is assisting local authorities' after Graham's deathJul 12, 2026 at 7:16 PM · The Hill
- Hunter Biden shares memory of Graham from ‘time before Donald Trump’Jul 12, 2026 at 7:54 PM · The Hill
- Here's what we know about Lindsey Graham’s deathJul 12, 2026 at 9:38 PM · NYT
- With Lindsey Graham Gone, Ukraine Loses an Ally in Trump’s EarJul 12, 2026 at 9:38 PM · NYT
- Lindsey Graham tributes from Israel and Ukraine point to complicated, often bloody legacyJul 12, 2026 at 10:36 PM · The Guardian
- Questions about who will replace Sen. Graham as new image of Sen. McConnell releasedJul 12, 2026 at 10:56 PM · NBC
- Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026Jul 12, 2026 at 11:40 PM · CBS News