The Independent
·Jul 2026
Lindsey Graham death updates: Trump says senator ‘sounded a little tired’ during final conversation night before he died
Donald Trump and political figures across the United States paid tribute to Senator Lindsey Graham following his sudden death at age 71 after a brief illness. Trump described Graham as a close friend and recounted their final phone call on Saturday evening, during which Graham discussed the SAVE America Act and sounded tired. Tributes also came from Hunter Biden, who highlighted Graham’s earlier bipartisan friendships, and from South Carolina officials including Tim Scott and Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews. Graham, who had just returned from Ukraine and was scheduled for Sunday political shows, was recognized for his long career, evolving relationship with Trump, and outspoken foreign policy positions.