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Sen. Lindsey Graham died of 'aortic dissection,' medical examiner says

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The tear in the inner wall of the aorta, called an aortic dissection, was related to the hardening of Graham's arteries. An official cause of death will be disclosed after toxicological and microscopic testing. #lindseygraham #news #aorticdissection Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

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Legal Insurrection

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· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham’s Preliminary Cause of Death Raises Awareness of Aortic Dissection

The Washington, D.C., medical examiner announced that preliminary findings show Sen. Lindsey Graham passed away from an aortic dissection. Graham passed away late Saturday night. From Fox News: An aortic dissection occurs when there is a tear in the aorta, the body’s main artery carrying... The post Lindsey Graham’s Preliminary Cause of Death Raises Awareness of Aortic Dissection first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 13, 2026

What is an aortic dissection? Symptoms, causes and risk factors of ‘scary’ condition that killed Lindsey Graham

Senator Lindsey Graham passed away at 71 due to an aortic dissection, which results from a rupture in the aorta's inner layer.

Off The Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham’s preliminary cause of death revealed

Sen. Lindsey Graham died of a ruptured aorta brought on by chronic heart disease, according to the preliminary findings of the DC medical examiner’s office released Sunday. An initial investigation found that the 71-year-old senator from South Carolina died from “Aortic Dissection due to Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease,” according to the findings, which were released by []...Click to read more

Fortune

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· Jul 12, 2026

DC medical examiner’s early findings show Sen. Lindsey Graham died from an aorta rupture stemming from hardening of his arteries

A statement from Graham's office said the Medical Examiner of the District of Columbia’s preliminary findings are the senator died of aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Fox News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Medical examiner releases preliminary findings in Lindsey Graham's death as death certificate remains pending

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner says preliminary findings show Sen. Lindsey Graham suffered an aortic dissection before his death Saturday.

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham Died of Aortic Dissection, Preliminary Medical Report Reveals

Preliminary DC medical examiner findings confirm Senator Lindsey Graham died of an aortic dissection caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. South Carolina Governor McMaster must appoint a replacement, with a special election set for August 11.

Medical Daily

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· Jul 13, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham's Preliminary Cause of Death Highlights a Silent Heart Condition That Can Turn Deadly in Minutes

Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a preliminary medical examination identified an aortic dissection caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease as the cause of death. His sudden passing has drawn attention to a rare but life-threatening cardiovascular emergency that requires immediate medical treatment.

Loonie Politics

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· Jul 13, 2026

Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency

The aortic tear that likely caused the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham is a medical emergency that can rapidly kill. The aorta is our largest artery, like a highway that arches up from the heart and then curves back down through the abdomen — carrying oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body as [] The post Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency appeared first on Loonie Politics.

The Hill

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· Jul 13, 2026

Live updates: GOP scrambles to plot course without Graham; Iran, US fight over Strait of Hormuz

The Senate returns Monday to a different landscape, with the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) top of mind. Graham, 71, died unexpectedly early Sunday, and preliminary reports point to an aortic dissection. By the afternoon, politicians in South Carolina and Washington were maneuvering to figure out his successor, both in the short term...

The Epoch Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 From Suspected Aorta Rupture, Preliminary Findings Show

The senator died of aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to the medical examiner’s preliminary findings.

World Israel News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Medical Examiner Releases Preliminary Findings on Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Death

Preliminary findings released Sunday by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia indicate that Sen. Lindsey Graham died from an aortic dissection caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The medical examiner said the findings are preliminary and that Graham’s death certificate will remain pending until toxicological and microscopic testing has been [] The post Medical Examiner Releases Preliminary Findings on Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Death appeared first on World Israel News.

Coffman Chronicle

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· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham Cause of Death Identified as Aortic Dissection in Preliminary Findings

Preliminary findings from the D.C.

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham: Medical Examiner Releases Preliminary Cause Of Death

The Medical Examiner of Washington, District of Columbia, released preliminary details on Sunday after examining the body of deceased Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC). Graham’s office shared a statement with several outlets on Sunday afternoon, revealing details about what the ME believed had caused the senator’s sudden death at the age of 71: “Aortic Dissection due ...

Reuters

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· Jul 13, 2026

LIVE: Senate convenes after death of Senator Lindsey Graham

The Senate convenes after death of Senator Lindsey Graham over the weekend. He was 71. #senate #lindseygraham #politics #uspolitics Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 12, 2026

Medical examiner releases initial findings on Lindsey Graham’s death

US Senator Lindsey Graham died from an aortic dissection caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to preliminary findings.

RedState

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· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham's Senate Replacement to Be Named Within Hours – and Trump Has a Surprise Pick

Lindsey Graham's Senate Replacement to Be Named Within Hours – and Trump Has a Surprise Pick

The Tribune

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· Jul 13, 2026

US Senator Lindsey Graham passed away due to ‘aortic dissection’, says preliminary medical report

US Senator Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a sudden illness caused by a damaged aorta. The prominent foreign policy hawk and key ally to Donald Trump leaves behind a legacy of major legislative influence, with Trump ordering national flags to fly at half-staff in his honour.

PBS NewsHour

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· Jul 13, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta tear, preliminary medical exam finds

The tear in the inner wall of the aorta, called an aortic dissection, was related to the hardening of Graham's arteries.

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham's cause of death said to be torn aorta

The senator's office said preliminary findings determined he died from an aortic dissection caused by atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

ArcaMax

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· Jul 12, 2026

D.C. medical examiner gives preliminary cause of death for late Sen. Lindsey Graham

A preliminary examination determined the cause of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death as aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to a release from his office early Sunday evening. The results, from the ...

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 12, 2026

Tributes pour in for Lindsey Graham after sudden death: ‘Lost a bold leader’

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) was celebrated by his Senate colleagues and others Sunday morning, after the news of his death Saturday evening. Graham died after a “brief and sudden illness,” according to a statement from his office, and EMS radios showed reports of cardiac arrest. He had served in Congress for nearly 32 years. He []

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 12, 2026

Sen. Lee: Honor Lindsey Graham by Passing the SAVE America Act

Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah is leading the call to honor Sen. Lindsey Graham by passing the SAVE America Act. Graham died Saturday evening at the age of 71 shortly after discussing the voting integrity bill with President Donald Trump. “This is something Lindsey Graham spent a lot of time with,” Lee told Maria Bartiromo on...

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham died of aortic dissection, preliminary medical report says

Lindsey Graham died of aortic dissection, preliminary medical report says

Free Press

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· Jul 13, 2026

The death of Lindsey Graham and the Politics of Replacement

The news of a U.S. Senator dying in office is not something many Americans are accustomed to hearing, yet the sudden passing of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina last week is not unprecedented. Three hundred and two U.S. senators have died in office since the late 18th century. Nearly two hundred senators have died in office in the 20th century.

The Independent

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· Jul 13, 2026

What is an aortic tear? The fatal condition doctors compare to a knife to the heart

The tear in the inner wall of the aorta, called an aortic dissection, was related to the hardening of Graham's arteries

Vanity Fair

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· Jul 12, 2026

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham Dead at Age 71

The conservative Republican died Saturday night of an aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease

KTLA 5

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· Jul 13, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham, staunch Trump ally, dead at 71

Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies in Congress who traveled the globe to advocate for a more aggressive U.S. foreign policy, died after a tear in his aorta, according to a preliminary medical examiner finding shared by his office. KTLA's Rachel Menitoff reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

BNO News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Senator Lindsey Graham died from tear in the aorta

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died from a tear in the body’s main artery caused by cardiovascular disease, according to preliminary findings released by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Washington, D.C. The District of Columbia medical examiner said Sunday that the preliminary cause of Graham’s death was an aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic [] The post Senator Lindsey Graham died from tear in the aorta appeared first on BNO News.

DNyuz

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham dies after ‘brief and sudden illness’

Longtime Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) died at the age of 71 on Saturday night from a “brief and sudden illness,” his office announced. “On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness,” read the statement from his office. “Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this []

JFeed

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· Jul 13, 2026

How Lindsey Graham's Death Can Save Your Life

Lindsey Graham's death from an aortic dissection highlights how family heart history can predict risk, and why screening matters.

Us Weekly

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham Died Day Before Scheduled 64th 'Meet the Press' Appearance

Senator Lindsey Graham unexpectedly died at age 71 just one day before he was scheduled to make what would have been his 64th appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press. “As we reflect on the life and legacy of Senator Linsey Graham, we here at Meet the Press want to extend our deepest condolences to his []

Associated Press

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· Jul 13, 2026

South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71

Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies in Congress who traveled the globe to advocate for a more aggressive U.S. foreign policy, died after a tear in his aorta, according to a preliminary medical examiner finding shared by his office. #shorts #lindseygraham #southcarolina #senator #obit

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 13, 2026

Trump Honors ‘Dear Friend’ Graham With a Tribute to Himself

Evan Vucci / REUTERSPresident Donald Trump paid tribute to Lindsey Graham—but not without managing to praise himself in the process.The 71-year-old Kentucky senator died on Saturday night. His office said a preliminary examination conducted by the medical examiner found he died from an “Aortic Dissection due to Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease.”Trump, 80, initially posted on Truth Social at 3:21 a.m Sunday after hearing the shock news. He wrote, “Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, is dead! He was always working, and was a true American Patriot. Lindsey will be greatly missed!!!”Read more at The Daily Beast.

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.

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.

NaturalNews.com

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· Jul 13, 2026

Why the Death of Lindsey Graham Is Celebrated by So Many … and What It Says About Our Corrupt System

(NaturalNews) Introduction: A Death That Many Are CelebratingLindsey Graham is dead, and I refuse to pretend grief I donât feel. While Washington elites and cor...

The 19th News

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· Jul 13, 2026

Who is Dr. Annie Andrews? Senate candidate is in the spotlight after Lindsey Graham’s death

Dr. Annie Andrews, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, is getting national attention following the death of her Republican opponent, Sen. Lindsey Graham, over the weekend. The Democrat, who handily won her primary in June, was expected to face off Graham in the November 3 midterm election. His sudden death at age []

Talking Points Memo

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· Jul 13, 2026

The Unofficial List of Republicans Who May Throw Their Hat in the Ring to Replace Lindsey Graham 

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) died Saturday evening from a “brief and sudden illness” at the age of 71. The longtime...

Health

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· Jul 13, 2026

What you should know about aortic dissections

Preliminary medical examiner's findings suggest Sen. Lindsey Graham died suddenly Saturday after suffering an aortic dissection.

Liberty Nation

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· Jul 12, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham, 71, Passes After ‘Brief and Sudden Illness’

Unlike some elder statesmen, he worked right up to the end.

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