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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1926, T. Loren Christianson, American politician (died 2019) was born. In 1931, Frank Ramsey, American basketball player and coach (died 2018) was born. In 1934, Mary E. Byrd, American astronomer and academic (born 1849) passed away. In 1941, Grahame Corling, Australian cricketer was born. In 1951, Rob Bishop, American educator and politician was born. In 1988, Colton Haynes, American actor, model and singer was born. In 1989, Charis Giannopoulos, Greek basketball player was born. In 2013, Cory Monteith, Canadian actor and singer (born 1982) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Democrat Cory Booker says he will miss his ‘most unexpected friend’ in the Senate, Lindsey Graham

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July 12, 2026

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Democrat Cory Booker says he will miss his ‘most unexpected friend’ in the Senate, Lindsey Graham

Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) reflected on his unlikely friendship with the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and on Graham’s role in advancing criminal justice reform following his death. In a social media video, Booker recalled approaching Graham about working together on criminal justice reform, only to be told that Graham was facing a difficult primary fight and []

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Townhall

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· Jul 13, 2026

As the Tributes for Lindsey Graham, One Thing Is Abundantly Clear About the Late US Senator

As the Tributes for Lindsey Graham, One Thing Is Abundantly Clear About the Late US Senator

Really America

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· Jul 12, 2026

BREAKING: Trump's Favorite Senator Is Dead

Good morning, this is Really American.

Al Bawaba

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· Jul 13, 2026

Who could replace Lindsey Graham in South Carolina?

ALBAWABA - As vultures circling carrion, Republicans in South Carolina are eyeing late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's seat; which of them will succeed the late Republican?It is worth noting that Lindsey Graham, the American senator and close ally of President Donald Trump, passed away on June 11, according to a statement released by his office on Sunday...

OpsLens

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· Jul 13, 2026

U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell goes public with fresh photo and statement amid hospital mystery * WorldNetDaily * by Joe Kovacs

Source link U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., and his wife, Elaine Chao As Americans process the unexpected death of South Carolina U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, another high-profile Republican in Congress,

Disclose.tv

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· Jul 12, 2026

[Photo] NEW - Republican U.S.

NEW - Republican U.S. senator, Lindsey Graham, dies age 71.Read here: https://www.disclose.tv/id/v2zqm5tin2/@disclosetv

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 11, 2026

McConnell Neighbor Reveals Alarming Scene Days Before 911 Call

Leah Millis / REUTERSDays before Mitch McConnell was rushed to a hospital, one of his neighbors saw him in a troubling scene. The 84-year-old senator’s neighbors in Washington, D.C. have revealed disturbing details on the Kentucky Republican’s mysterious health crisis, which has been going on for nearly a month now with scant updates from his team.A male neighbor told the Daily Mail that McConnell appeared to be in bad shape even before June 14, when he was found unconscious at home and taken to a hospital.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Ya Libnan

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· Jul 12, 2026

US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after ‘brief and sudden illness’

WASHINGTON — Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who was first elected to the Senate in 2002 and was a close political ally of President Donald Trump’s, has died, his office confirmed early Sunday. He was 71. Graham died Saturday night “from a brief and sudden illness,” his office said in a statement. “Senator Graham’s family appreciates []

The Hill

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· Jul 13, 2026

Graham’s death ripples across GOP agenda in Senate 

In today’s issue: The sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) will have ripple effects on the GOP agenda in the coming weeks, as Washington mourns one of its most outspoken dealmakers and defense hawks. Graham had risen to become one of the most influential voices among Senate Republicans since he was first elected to the chamber more than 20 years ago, becoming a top ally for President Trump. The senator’s office announced Graham...

NBC News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Questions about who will replace Sen. Graham as new image of Sen. McConnell released

Tonight lawmakers from both parties are remembering the life and legacy of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who died at the age of 71. There are new questions tonight about who will replace him in South Carolina, and growing scrutiny about fellow Republican Mitch McConnell’s health after a newly released statement and photo of the 84-year-old GOP senator. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.

Global News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after brief, unexpected illness

Sen. Lindsey Graham was one of President Donald Trump's closest allies in Congress and traveled the globe to advocate for a more aggressive U.S. foreign policy.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 26, 2026

Travis Kelce Hints Kids Are on His 'Wish List' Ahead of Taylor Swift Wedding

Taylor Swift has a dream of having kids where “the whole block [is] lookin’ like” future husband Travis Kelce — and he’s seemingly on the same page. “Do I sense a Kelce family reunion in the works? We really don’t have a big family,” Travis’ older brother, Jason Kelce, said on a recent episode of []

Drudge Retort

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham Dies

Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who was elected to the Senate in 2003 and was a close political ally of President Donald Trump...

Twitchy

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· Jul 2, 2026

Scott Jennings Explains the ‘Patriotism Gap’ Between Republicans and Democrats to CNN’s Anderson Cooper

Scott Jennings Explains the ‘Patriotism Gap’ Between Republicans and Democrats to CNN’s Anderson Cooper

Diane Ravitch's blog

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· Jun 29, 2026

Texas: The Nuttiest State Party in the Nation?

Michelle H. Davis, writer of “Lone Star Left,” poses a challenge for her readers: who is the biggest nutter in the Texas Republican Party? Believe me, this is not an easy choice. Imagine being locked in a room with some of these people and trying to contest their peculiar fixations and conspiracy theories. I include []

Florida Politics

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· Jun 23, 2026

Within Byron Donalds’ home district, he’s well-known and a prohibitive favorite for Governor

Nearly 55 of CD 19 Republicans want him as the nominee. That's about as many as those know who Jay Collins is. The post Within Byron Donalds’ home district, he’s well-known and a prohibitive favorite for Governor appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

Real Clear Politics

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham's Passing Is Shocking & Saddening

Lindsey Graham's Passing Is Shocking & Saddening

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 8, 2026

Mitch McConnell health: Laura Loomer mocks Senator, his wife over ‘phone call’ after brain dead claim, ‘I told him he…’

As rumors swirl about Senator McConnell's health following his hospitalization, MAGA influencers, particularly Laura Loomer, have targeted Senate Republicans.

Black America Web

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· Jul 12, 2026

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham has died. His office has confirmed that the Republican Senator from South Carolina has died at age 71 after a “brief and sudden illness.” A statement from Graham’s office says the senator’s family “appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period.” Emergency []

The Tribune

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· Jul 12, 2026

US Senator Lindsey Graham, close Trump ally, dies at 71

US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies and an influential voice on American foreign policy, has died after what his office described as a “brief and sudden illness”. He was 71. Graham, who represented South Carolina in the Senate for more than two decades, was among the Republican Party’s most []

Los Angeles Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham's sudden death adds to uncertainty in Senate races

Graham's death eats into Republicans' voting majority in the Senate, as does the absence of Sen. Mitch McConnell, who has been hospitalized for weeks.

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 12, 2026

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 following sudden illness

Long-time American politician US Senator Lindsey Graham has died aged 71. The Republican Senator of South Carolina passed away after a brief and sudden illness. According to NBC News, emergency personnel responded to a call for cardiac arrest at the Senator's home. Mr Graham was US President Donald Trump's close ally and was seeking a fifth six-year Senate term in November.

Reuters

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham, pivotal Republican senator, dies at 71

Lindsey Graham, a Republican senator who evolved from Donald Trump's outspoken critic to one of his closest allies in Congress, died at 71 following a brief and sudden illness. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #politics #lindseygraham Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4gtId29 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump in trouble? How Graham's death, McConnell's sickness could affect US Senate after midterms

With Graham dead, McConnell still in the hospital, and midterms approaching, it looks like the Republicans' supermajority in Congress could shift.

UPI

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· Jul 7, 2026

Senate Republicans say they’ve spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell this week

Senate Republicans say they’ve spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell this week

Off The Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

Bush: Graham understood US involvement abroad as way to ‘resist tyranny’

Former President George W. Bush reacted to GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death on Sunday. “Laura and I were saddened to wake up to the shocking news of Senator Lindsey Graham’s death. He was a knowledgeable Senator who understood how the world works and how important America’s international engagement is to resist tyranny,” Bush said in []...Click to read more

DNyuz

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham, longtime senator from South Carolina, dies at 71

Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator from South Carolina, died suddenly on Saturday night, his office said. Graham, a leading GOP foreign policy voice, was running for reelection this year. He had been a staunch ally of President Donald Trump on most matters but had broken with the president on some issues. Graham’s death narrows []

Daily Mail

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham dead at 71: Firebrand Senator and Trump ally suffers 'cardiac arrest' days after returning from Ukraine meeting with Zelensky

Lindsey Graham dead at 71: Firebrand Senator and Trump ally suffers 'cardiac arrest' days after returning from Ukraine meeting with Zelensky

The Media Line

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· Jul 13, 2026

What Happens to Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat—and Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced?

The death of Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham has [] The post What Happens to Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat—and Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced? appeared first on The Media Line.

Knewz

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· Jul 9, 2026

Republicans insist they communicated with Mitch McConnell as Marjorie Taylor Greene describes the Kentucky senator as ‘nearly dead’

Several Republicans say they have spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell this week as questions continue to surround the 84-year-old lawmaker’s health following his June 14 hospitalization. The statements from Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso and CNN commentator Scott Jennings represent the most detailed public accounts of McConnell’s current condition since...

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 12, 2026

Tributes Pour In After Lindsey Graham’s Sudden Passing

When the news broke of Senator Lindsey Graham’s (R-SC) sudden passing, tributes and memories came pouring in from friends and colleagues on both sides of the political aisle. Graham, who served in the U.S. Senate from 2003 until his death, had a reputation for working across the aisle whenever possible, and counted a number of ...

National Republican Senatorial Committee

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· Jul 2, 2026

‘A Country With No Honor’: Exposing Senate Democrats’ Hatred for America

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senate Democrat candidates across the map have described feeling “disgusted” and “sad” about our country as they demonize patriotism, pledge to topple historic monuments, and increasingly romanticize the dangers of socialism and communism. “Senate Democrat candidates are campaigning to represent a country they openly despise,” said NRSC National Press Secretary Bernadette Breslin. “By promoting their []

USA TODAY

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after 'brief and sudden illness'

South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham died on July 11, according to his office. He was 71. Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/ #LindseyGraham #Politics #News

CNN

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· Jul 12, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71

US Sen. Lindsey Graham, the longtime Republican from South Carolina, has died “from a brief and sudden illness,” a spokesperson for his office told CNN. The spokesperson did not disclose further details about Graham, who was 71 years old. 0:00 Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) dies at 71 2:36 "One of the most important members" of Senate 7:07 CNN's Elex Michaelson on Graham's changing relationship with President Trump Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #LindseyGraham #Senate #News

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 1, 2026

The Democrats running for Senate who hate the country

As America celebrates 250 years this July, several Democratic Senate candidates are marking the occasion by expressing just how much they hate the country. Their behavior isn’t exactly shocking. Recent polling found only 18 of Democrats say they are proud to be American. Yet rather than celebrating the nation’s birthday, these candidates are hoping a []

ArcaMax

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· Jul 2, 2026

As questions about McConnell's health grow, Charles Booker calls for answers

The Democrat vying to replace Mitch McConnell in the U.S. Senate says Kentuckians deserve to know “if our senator is alert, conscious, or capable of serving” more than two weeks after the 84-year-old was hospitalized for an unspecified reason....

The Economic Times

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· Jul 13, 2026

Who takes Lindsey Graham's Senate seat next?

Who takes Lindsey Graham's Senate seat next?

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