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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1807, Henry Benedict Stuart, Italian cardinal, pretender to the British throne and last member of the House of Stuart (born 1725) passed away. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1951, Rob Bishop, American educator and politician was born. In 1973, Watergate scandal: Alexander Butterfield reveals the existence of a secret Oval Office taping system to investigators for the Senate Watergate Committee. In 1988, Colton Haynes, American actor, model and singer was born. In 1989, Charis Giannopoulos, Greek basketball player was born. In 2013, Vernon B. Romney, American lawyer and politician, 14th Attorney General of Utah (born 1924) passed away. In 2013, Leonard Garment, American lawyer and public servant, 14th White House Counsel (born 1924) passed away. In 2015, Martin Litchfield West, English scholar, author, and academic (born 1927) passed away. In 2016, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom David Cameron resigns, and is succeeded by Theresa May. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

How Lindsey Graham went from Trump critic to loyal ally

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July 13, 2026

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South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham was one of Trump’s closest allies - but in 2015, when both were running for the Republican presidential nomination, he was a strong critic. CNN’s Jeff Zeleny looks at how their relationship had changed over the years. #cnn, #news

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RAPPLER

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· Jul 12, 2026

Pivotal US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71

US Senator Lindsey Graham was a vocal critic of US President Donald Trump before becoming one of his most loyal allies on Capitol Hill

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· Jun 23, 2026

Meghan McCain Criticizes JD Vance’s “Coziness with America’s Enemies”

Conservative political pundit Meghan McCain, who has urged President Trump to stop sending Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) as a media “surrogate” to talk about the war in Iran, on Monday criticized Vice President JD Vance as he negotiates with Iran in Switzerland, where Qatari and Pakistani leaders are serving as mediators. In between meetings, Vance []

Bloomberg

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· Jun 21, 2026

Senator Warnock Calls Republican Party a Cult

Senator Raphael Warnock (D-Georgia) delivers a pointed critique of the current state of the Republican Party, describing it as a cult centered around loyalty to President Donald Trump rather than principles or ideas. Watch the Senator discuss with David Gura on Bloomberg This Weekend how progress is not automatic, Americans need to resist despair and to continue advocating for positive change. (Source: Bloomberg)

The i Paper

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· Jul 12, 2026

The death of Trump’s senate champion leaves him deeply alone

Lindsey Graham was a personal friend to the President and outspoken supporter of overseas interventions

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

RedState

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· Jul 12, 2026

Watch: Trump Weighs in on Lindsey Graham's 'Finest Moment' - Highlights on Kavanaugh

Watch: Trump Weighs in on Lindsey Graham's 'Finest Moment' - Highlights on Kavanaugh

The Independent

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· Jul 2, 2026

Trump’s hot streak appears over as a slew of election picks fail him

Trump still has a tight grip on Republicans and an endorsement against them can spell death. But, Eric Garcia notes, he’s whiffed

OpsLens

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· Jul 12, 2026

‘One of the greatest people’: Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham unexpectedly dead from ‘brief and sudden illness’ * WorldNetDaily * by Joe Kovacs

Source link U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C. Legendary U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., a key ally of President Donald Trump who recently was known for his strong stance against a

Mehr News Agency

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· Jul 13, 2026

Graham: A hawkish senator in graveyard of history

TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – Lindsey Graham was one of the foremost advocates of American military interventions in West Asia, the escalation of economic sanctions against Iran, and unconditional support for the Zionist regime.

Drudge Report

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· Jul 12, 2026

FLASHBACK: Graham says Trump is a 'race-baiting, xenophobic religious bigot'...

FLASHBACK: Graham says Trump is a 'race-baiting, xenophobic religious bigot'... (First column, 1st story, link) Related stories:'We will get destroyed and we will deserve it'... Drudge Report Feed needs your support! Become a Patron

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 12, 2026

From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump

From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 12, 2026

‘Has to go much harder’: Trump underestimated Iran

Sky News Defence Analyst Peter Jennings argues Donald Trump underestimated the conflict, warning Iran is forcing the US towards a more costly military campaign involving greater casualties. “I think Trump came into the start of this particular conflict thinking, wow, this military stuff is quite easy,” Mr Jennings told Sky News host James Morrow. “Now Trump realises that to achieve his military goals he’s got to go in much harder and he’s reluctant to do it because that means casualties, that means ground fighting. “I think they’re going to drag it and him along for as long as they possibly can.”

Fox News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham, South Carolina senator who rose from small-town roots to GOP power broker, dies at 71

Sen. Lindsey Graham rose from running his family's South Carolina cafe to becoming one of Trump's closest allies on national security policy.

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 21, 2026

South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham: Trump Will Seize Strait Of Hormuz If Iran Talks Fail

In an interview Sunday on CBS’s Face the Nation, Senator Lindsey Graham clarified his position on a proposed 300 billion fund aimed at Iran. Graham had previously criticized the concept as “tone-deaf” and compared it to a “Marshall Plan for Germany with the Nazis still in charge.” However, he told moderator Margaret Brennan that he [] South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham: Trump Will Seize Strait Of Hormuz If Iran Talks Fail

Attack the System

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump says Iran MOU ‘over’ (Plus: Scott Jennings CALLS OUT past Platner supporters) | RISING

0:00 Scott Jennings tears apart Graham Platner’s former defenders: what changed? Robby Soave | RISING 13:06 Trump says Iran CEASEFIRE likely over, as US LAUNCHES retaliatory strikes | RISING 20:35 Former DOJ employees URGE Senate to REJECT Todd Blanche AG nomination: Lindsey Granger | RISING 31:52 Abdul El-Sayed, [] The post Trump says Iran MOU ‘over’ (Plus: Scott Jennings CALLS OUT past Platner supporters) | RISING first appeared on Attack the System.

Hindustan Times

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· Jun 24, 2026

US-Iran LIVE: Trump says Senate war vote weakens pressure on Tehran; US eases Iran World Cup travel

US, Iran news LIVE: Trump said a Senate War Powers Act vote undermined efforts to pressure Iran, claiming Tehran was ready to make major concessions. He criticised four Republican senators who joined Democrats, saying the move complicated negotiations and weakened US leverage.

Mother Jones

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· Jul 12, 2026

How Lindsey Graham, Eager to Serve Trump, Became a Useful Idiot for Putin

Within moments of the early Sunday morning announcement that Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) had died, there was much obvious commentary about his journey from Trump foe to Trump suck-up. During the 2016 GOP presidential primary, when Graham was competing with the onetime reality TV celebrity, he blasted Donald Trump as a “demagogue” and a “race-baiting, []

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.

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham leaves behind mixed legacy on Türkiye

A neocon turned staunch supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump, Lindsey Graham was known for his hawkish stance on relations with Türkiye, his country’s main ally in NATO. This s...

MS NOW

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· Jun 22, 2026

Trump tries dual endorsement in South Carolina as his pick for governor flounders in polls

Even before the president announced he was also endorsing her opponent, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette was showing signs of weakness, political observers told MS NOW. The post Trump tries dual endorsement in South Carolina as his pick for governor flounders in polls appeared first on MS NOW.

The Daily Wire

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· Jun 27, 2026

Don’t Trust Iran, They Want Us All Dead

“Death to America.” These are the only words Tim Sheehy needs to hear to understand what motivates the Iranian regime. The senator from Montana and former Navy SEAL understands this threat and doesn’t hesitate to speak plainly about what is at stake for America and the broader Middle East. In this weekend’s Punch interview, DW ...

The Hill

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· Jun 24, 2026

Trump celebrates Goldman loss: 'Finally GONE'

President Trump cheered late Tuesday, after Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.) lost his House primary to former New York City comptroller Brad Lander (D). “Weak and pathetic Congressman Dan Goldman just lost, BIG!” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “I guess people didn’t like him illegally targeting President TRUMP.” He added, “In any event, this jerk is...

Investing.com

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· Jun 24, 2026

Trump criticizes Senate War Powers vote, says Iran ‘on the ropes’

Trump criticizes Senate War Powers vote, says Iran ‘on the ropes’

Latestly.com

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· Jun 24, 2026

'Made My Job More Difficult': Donald Trump Blasts US Senate After Resolution to Limit His Iran War Powers

US President Donald Trump strongly criticized the United States Senate on Tuesday after lawmakers voted to limit his military authority regarding the conflict with Iran. In a social media post, Trump claimed the legislative actions made his job more difficult and accused those who supported the measure of providing aid and comfort to an adversary.

CBC News

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· Jul 12, 2026

U.S. Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta rupture: medical examiner

Lindsey Graham, 71, was a prominent Republican ​senator from South Carolina. Earlier in ​his career, he was a vocal critic of U.S. President Donald Trump ​before becoming one of his most loyal allies on Capitol Hill.

Iran Herald

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· Jun 24, 2026

"Made my job more difficult": Trump blasts US Senate over resolution limiting war powers, says provided "aid and comfort" to Iran

Washington DC [US], June 24 (ANI): Hours after the United States Senate voted to limit President Donald Trump's war powers in the Iran conflict, President Trump on Tuesday (local time) lambasted the legislative move, stating that the Senators have made his 'job more difficult,' and have 'provided aid and comfort to the enemy.'According to CNN, the resolution was adopted by a vote of 50-48, with Republican Senato

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 10, 2026

CNN Throws Scott Jennings Under Bus on McConnell Health Claim

CNNCNN says that it does not consider Scott Jennings’ widely criticized claims about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health condition to be “CNN reporting.”A network spokesperson told the Daily Beast that Jennings, who is among the GOP insiders who claim to have spoken to McConnell this week, “is not a full-time employee or journalist” at CNN and that his reporting “reflects his experience” and does not represent the network.“As a CNN Political Commentator, Scott Jennings is not a full-time employee or journalist for the network,” the spokesperson told the Beast. “His account of a personal conversation with Senator McConnell reflects his experience and is not CNN reporting.”Read more at The Daily Beast.

Townhall

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· Jul 13, 2026

Why Losing Senator Lindsey Graham Is a Massive Blow for President Trump

Why Losing Senator Lindsey Graham Is a Massive Blow for President Trump

The Nation

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· Jul 2, 2026

Raphael Warnock: Why I Refuse to Give Up on America

Raphael G. Warnock In an exclusive excerpt from his new book, the Georgia senator writes about why we must keep the faith in the promise of our democracy—and fight for that promise to be realized. The post Raphael Warnock: Why I Refuse to Give Up on America appeared first on The Nation.

Daily Mail

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· Jul 13, 2026

The modest origins of Lindsey Graham, who became one of the US Senate's most powerful voices

The modest origins of Lindsey Graham, who became one of the US Senate's most powerful voices

Off The Press

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· Jun 28, 2026

Sen. Rick Scott: Qatar is not our friend

Republican Sen. Rick Scott (Fla.) on Sunday reiterated his unease with the Qatari government’s role in negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. “They’re not our friend,” Scott told host Shannon Bream on “Fox News Sunday,” referring to Qatar. The Florida Republican went on to criticize the Qatari government for its relationship with Iran. The two []...Click to read more

Knewz

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· Jul 3, 2026

Karoline Leavitt accuses young Americans of suffering from ‘laziness’ and ‘liberal indoctrination’

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said younger Americans suffer from “laziness” and “liberal indoctrination” during an appearance on Fox News’ Jesse Watters Primetime. Discussing why concerns about the cost of living appeared to resonate with younger voters, Leavitt said, “It’s laziness and it’s liberal indoctrination,” adding, “You bring up a great point about our...

Crooks and Liars

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· Jun 21, 2026

CNN's Jennings Helps Trump Push Latest Lie About Reflecting Pool Debacle

Trump's toadie on CNN, Scott Jennings proves once again there's no bottom when it comes to defending Dear Leader. What an embarrassment this guy is. Jennings made an appearance on The Source with Kaitlan Collins this Friday and was asked by Collins about Trump's latest lie about his Reflecting Pool debacle. As CNN reported that same evening, Trump is now trying to blame the peeling paint and algae spreading everywhere on vandalism: President Donald Trump on Friday claimed the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was intentionally vandalized and said law enforcement is actively investigating, as the administration has scrambled to fix the pool’s recent deterioration just days after Trump’s nearly 15 million renovation. read more

National Review

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham Infuriated and Charmed His Critics

The South Carolina senator was witty and fiercely ambitious.

The Eastern Herald

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· Jun 26, 2026

Senate Republicans Flipped on Iran War Vote in Hours After Trump Called Cassidy ‘Lunatic’

Senate Republicans voted Tuesday to rebuke Trump's conduct of the Iran war, then reversed course Wednesday night after Trump confronted senators at a Capitol lunch, called Sen. Bill Cassidy 'a lunatic,' and secured briefings for senators who had broken ranks.

WRAL News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close Trump ally, dies after a brief and unexpected illness, his office says

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has died after a brief illness, according to his office. The South Carolina Republican was 71. Graham was known for advocating a strong U.S. foreign policy. He initially opposed Trump and ran against him for president in 2016, but later...

JFeed

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· Jun 24, 2026

Senate Passes Iran War Powers Resolution 50-48: Trump Blasts "Four Republican Losers"

The Senate voted 50-48 to direct Trump to withdraw forces from Iran, with four Republicans breaking ranks. Trump fired back on Truth Social, calling it aid and comfort to the Enemy.

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