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Trump orders US flags at half-mast after Lindsey Graham's death, tributes pour in worldwide

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Trump orders US flags at half-mast after Lindsey Graham's death, tributes pour in worldwide

US President Donald Trump has ordered American flags across the United States to be flown at half-mast till Saturday evening in honour of Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away on July 11 following what his office described as a brief and sudden illness. Paying tribute to one of his closest political allies, Trump remembered Graham as a loyal friend, an accomplished public servant and a leader who dedicated his life to the people of South Carolina and the United States. In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced the decision to lower the national flags and praised the late senator's contribution to the country.

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Hindustan Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Why are flags at half-mast today? Trump's big announcement after Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death

Following Lindsey Graham's death, President Trump ordered US flags at half-staff nationwide through July 18, 6pm, to honor the late South Carolina senator.

Disclose.tv

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· Jul 12, 2026

[Photo] JUST IN - To honor "the remarkable life and achievements of Senator Lindsey Graha [...]

JUST IN - To honor the remarkable life and achievements of Senator Lindsey Graham, Trump orders all American flags throughout the U.S. to be lowered to half mast until Saturday 6pm.Source: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/116908044067369620@disclosetv

The Tribune

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump orders US flags at half-mast to honor Senator Lindsey Graham

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) announced that American flags across the United States will be flown at half-mast until Saturday evening in honour of South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away on July 11 following a brief, sudden illness.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump orders all US flags lowered to half-staff in honor of late Lindsey Graham

President Donald Trump ordered all flags to be lowered to half-staff to honor former Sen. Lindsey Graham after his sudden death on Saturday. Graham was noted as one of Trump’s closest allies in the Senate, and the president spent much of Sunday commemorating him on news shows and on social media. He made a national []

Off The Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump orders all American flags in US to half-mast until 6pm Saturday to honor Graham

President Trump announced on Sunday that he has ordered “all American Flags throughout the United States” lowered to half-mast until Saturday night at 6 P.M. “In honor of the remarkable life and achievements of Senator Lindsey Graham, a dear friend of mine, and a truly great man, who achieved so much for our Country, and []...Click to read more

Associated Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

US flag is lowered to half-staff at the White House for Lindsey Graham

U.S. flags at the White House, and its adjacent buildings, were lowered to half-staff Sunday following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. The South Carolina Republican, a close ally of President Donald Trump, was 71. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Politizoom

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· Jun 30, 2026

Mikey Wants To Get A Tattoo!

Yes, this is fluff. Yes, this is also serious. No, this is not something any one of us wanted to know. But it is true, or seems to be. Lots of people have tattoos, after all. But the only person further away from a tattoo than Mike Johnson is Trump. Why? Thanks to Raw Story:

NBC News

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· Jun 29, 2026

As the nation turns 250, many Americans say flying the Stars and Stripes is now a red flag

The American flag can have many meanings, whether hung on front porches or waved in parades and protests. To some, it’s also tied up with President Trump.

Raw Story

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· Jun 30, 2026

Trump's about to be drowned in American Flag Blue

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The Daily Beast

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· Jul 13, 2026

Stephen Miller’s Wife Sabotages His Tribute to Lindsey Graham

Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty ImagesStephen Miller’s tribute to Lindsey Graham was quickly upstaged by his podcaster wife’s online antics.The White House deputy chief of staff shared a 550-word X post honoring Graham on Sunday morning, after the 71-year-old senator and longtime Donald Trump ally died the night before. Miller’s tribute repeatedly returned to Trump, opening by emphasizing “how much joy President Trump’s leadership and friendship brought to Lindsey.”Read more at The Daily Beast.

Daily Express US

· Jul 13, 2026

Donald Trump's odd Lindsey Graham tribute sparks 'true narcissist' claims

Donald Trump shared a tribute to the late Republican US Senator Lindsey Graham on social media following his sudden death

The Hill

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump pays tribute to Graham: 'A true American Patriot'

President Trump on Sunday paid tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), calling his longtime ally who died unexpectedly the night before a true American Patriot. Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, is dead! Trump wrote on Truth Social. He was always working, and was a true American...

The i Paper

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· Jun 23, 2026

I’m an American in England – it’s time to get over your flag shame

In my home country, our flag isn't political. It belongs to everyone

PragerU

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· Jul 1, 2026

Are you proud to be an American? Their answers will shock you.

Americans should take pride in their country. See how we are celebrating America’s 250th birthday at the link in bio.

KTLA 5

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· Jul 13, 2026

Sen. Linsdey Graham dies at 71; Senate back in session

President Donald Trump has ordered flags to be lowered after the death of one of his closest allies, Sen. Lindsey Graham. Graham, 71, died Saturday night, according to a statement from his office. Annie Rose Ramos reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump: Lindsey Graham 'one of the greatest people' I ever knew

US President Donald Trump mourns passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, praising him as 'a true American Patriot.'

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 12, 2026

RIP Lindsey Graham, The Last Of The Republican Health Care Reformers

The lion’s share of tributes pouring in for Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly over the weekend at 71, will rightly focus on his commitment to bolstering American national security. But there’s another aspect of his legacy that warrants celebration and reflection. In between his crusades to seat President Donald Trump’s nominees and defend democracy abroad, ...

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 5, 2026

‘Looking forward’: Donald Trump delivers optimistic address for America’s 250th birthday

Sky News Washington Correspondent Jonathan Kearsley looks back at US President Donald Trump’s speech marking America's 250th birthday. “He wanted his moment on July 4 to address them … it was a speech that was looking forward,” Mr Kearsley told Sky News host Jaimee Rogers. “It was largely optimistic … there was a huge sense of national pride.”

TASS

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump orders to lower US flags to honor late Senator Graham

US President said that Senator achieved so much for Washington

RedState

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· Jul 12, 2026

Tributes Pour in for Sen. Lindsey Graham From President Donald Trump, DC, and the World (Updated)

Tributes Pour in for Sen. Lindsey Graham From President Donald Trump, DC, and the World (Updated)

Daily Mail

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· Jul 4, 2026

Taylor, hold our beer! Trump delights fans with dramatic Mt Rushmore flyover as he kicks off America 250 celebrations with newlyweds Bettina and Don Jr and daughter Tiffany

Taylor, hold our beer! Trump delights fans with dramatic Mt Rushmore flyover as he kicks off America 250 celebrations with newlyweds Bettina and Don Jr and daughter Tiffany

Wonkette

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· Jul 6, 2026

Donald Trump Throws Miserable Tribute To Himself On America's 250th Birthday

And Dom was there!

The West Australian

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· Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham, US senator and Trump ally, dies at 71

Donald Trump has ordered US flags be lowered to honour Senator Lindsey Graham, a former vocal Trump critic who pivoted to become a loyal supporter.

CNN

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· Jul 2, 2026

Trump's busy day with a plane, train, automobile and horses

CNN's @jeffzeleny reports on President Trump's trip to North Dakota for an America 250 celebration.

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...

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· Jul 2, 2026

Trump Trade Rep Slams Democratic Socialists, “These People Haven’t Lived in the Real World”

President Trump’s U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer attended the 250th anniversary celebration on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., where he was asked by Fox News to comment on “these Democratic Socialists who are on the march and they are promising the moon and the stars and lots of free things.” [NOTE: Democratic Socialist and []

Times of India

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· Jul 12, 2026

'So sweet I'll read it twice': Iran celebrates Graham's death as Trump, Netanyahu mourn

'So sweet I'll read it twice': Iran celebrates Graham's death as Trump, Netanyahu mourn

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump pays tribute to late Senator Lindsey Graham, calls him ‘one of the greatest people’

U.S. President Donald Trump has paid an emotional tribute to Senator Lindsey Graham following the veteran lawmaker’s sudden death, describing him as one of the finest people and public servants he had ever known. In a message shared on his Truth Social platform, Trump praised the South Carolina senator’s dedication to public service and his [] Trump pays tribute to late Senator Lindsey Graham, calls him ‘one of the greatest people’

Fark

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· Jun 22, 2026

Waving an American flag at a protest? Deadly force authorized [Scary]

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The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jul 5, 2026

Taylor Caps 20 Years, America Marks 250 (While Trump Muscles In)

Notes from a very weird weekend.

DawnNews English

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· Jul 4, 2026

President Donald Trump Speaks At Mount Rushmore | America 250 Independence Day Celebration

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks from Mount Rushmore during America's Independence Day celebrations marking 250 years of the United States. The event features patriotic ceremonies, tributes to American history, and the President's address as the nation commemorates its semiquincentennial. Stay tuned for live coverage, key announcements, and highlights from the America 250 celebration. #trump #mountrushmore #america250 #independenceday #july4 #usa #uspolitics #live --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndotcom/ Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/dawn_com Website: www.dawn.com Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 4, 2026

Trump claims US gave Iran "week off" for Khamenei's funeral, touts military might

South Dakota [US], July 4 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) punctuated his address with a sharp, provocative swipe at Iran, claiming to have given the nation a 'week off' for the funeral ceremony of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Touching on the ongoing tensions in the Middle East during his address marking America's 250th Independence Day at Mount Rushmore, the Presid

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