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Unexpected passing of Trump ally Lindsey Graham sends shocks through Republican party ahead of midterms artwork

Unexpected passing of Trump ally Lindsey Graham sends shocks through Republican party ahead of midterms

SBS News In Depth
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Influential US Senator Lindsey Graham has died suddenly at the age of 71, sending shockwaves through the Republican party and casting doubt on the midterms in South Carolina. Once a staunch opponent turned loyal ally to Donald Trump, Mr Graham is being remembered for his quick wit, influence on Trump, and hawkish US foreign policy. Influential US Senator Lindsey Graham has died suddenly at the age of 71, sending shockwaves through the Republican party and casting doubt on the midterms in South Carolina. Once a staunch opponent turned loyal ally to Donald Trump, Mr Graham is being remembered for his quick wit, influence on Trump, and hawkish US foreign policy.

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