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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 1925, Suzanne Zimmerman, American competition swimmer and Olympic medalist (died 2021) was born. In 1928, Al Rex, American musician (died 2020) was born. In 1930, Sam Greenlee, American author and poet (died 2014) 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 1936, Albert Ayler, American saxophonist and composer (died 1970) was born. In 1950, George Nelson, American astronomer and astronaut was born. In 1985, Vice President George H. W. Bush becomes the Acting President for the day when President Ronald Reagan undergoes surgery to remove polyps from his colon. In 2013, Vernon B. Romney, American lawyer and politician, 14th Attorney General of Utah (born 1924) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

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

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Washington [US], July 13 (ANI): In a major development that has sent shockwaves through Washington's political landscape, US Senator Lindsey Graham, a towering Republican figure who shaped American foreign policy for decades and served as a crucial strategist to President Donald Trump, passed away on Saturday evening following a sudden medical crisis at the age of 71.Confirming the tragic demise, the office of t

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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham's cause of death revealed amid 'assassination' and 'poisoning' theories: What is an aortic rupture?

According to a preliminary finding from the medical examiner, Lindsey Graham died from an aortic rupture caused by hardened arteries.

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...

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.

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.

The Hill

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· Jul 12, 2026

Colleagues, leaders pay tribute to Lindsey Graham

Tributes are pouring in for Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who died from a “brief and sudden illness” on Saturday at the age of 71. In a post on his Truth Social platform Sunday, President Trump called Graham “one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known.” “He was always working, and was a...

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

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 []

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 ...

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.

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 ...

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· Jul 12, 2026

Senator Lindsey Graham Passes Away at Age 71

Senator Lindsey Graham Passes Away at Age 71

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.

Twitchy

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· Jul 12, 2026

Breaking: U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Dead at Age 71, Republican Lawmaker Passed After Short Illness

Breaking: U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Dead at Age 71, Republican Lawmaker Passed After Short Illness

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.

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 []

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.

BRICS News

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· Jul 12, 2026

[Photo] JUST IN: 🇺🇸 US Senator Lindsey Graham dies following sudden heart attack.

JUST IN: US Senator Lindsey Graham dies following sudden heart attack.@BRICSNews

NewsOne

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· Jul 12, 2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham Dead At 71, Social Media Predictably Reacts

Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator, has died at 71 after a 'brief and sudden illness.' His legacy is marked by his shift from Trump critic to staunch ally.

Daily Mirror

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· Jun 24, 2026

Woman's first words as she wakes from coma after horror shark attack

Leah Stewart, 35, underwent five days of surgeries and remains in intensive care, her family has confirmed in the latest update after she was mauled on earlier this month

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 []

Black America Web

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· Jul 12, 2026

Donald Trump’s Biggest Fan, Lindsey Graham, Dead At 71, Social Media Is In Big Fendi Mode

Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator, has died at 71 after a 'brief and sudden illness.' His legacy is marked by his shift from Trump critic to staunch ally.

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

Associated Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

LIVE: Flags at half-staff after Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71

Live view of the U.S. Capitol and the White House after Senator Lindsey Graham’s office said the South Carolina Republican, who was 71, has died after ‘a brief and unexpected illness.’ Read more here: https://bit.ly/4ydMsW5 #lindseygraham #capitol #live

PravdaReport

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· Jul 13, 2026

Death of a Senator: Lindsey Graham – Media Hysteria & Practical Reality

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham (included in the list of terrorists and extremists of Rosfinmonitoring) of South Carolina has passed. He was a man dedicated to his own lights which included American Outward Militarism and Israel. Whatever his faults, he served the United States in the Armed Forces over three decades.

Free Press

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· Jul 13, 2026

The World Is a Better and Safer Place Without Sen. Lindsey Graham

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has died suddenly at the age of 71. He served four terms in the U.S. Senate from South Carolina from January 3, 2023 until his death on July 11, 2026.I will remember him as a U.S. lawmaker who, in my view, betrayed not only the United States but also many of the principles he claimed to stand for. I will not mourn someone whose public record I view as being marked by support for war, anti-Muslim rhetoric, and policies that I believe caused immense suffering.Here are my reasons:

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

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 []

Powerline

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· Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham dies at 71

This morning comes the shocking news that South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham died yesterday evening. He had just turned 71 this past Thursday. According to his office, he died after a “brief and sudden illness.” He was completing his fourth term in the Senate and gliding to reelection in November. Statement from the Office of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina). pic.twitter.com/CQ5yVvqTH1 — Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) July 12, 2026 What

CNN

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· Jul 12, 2026

Remembering Sen. Lindsey Graham's life and legacy

CNN's Jake Tapper reports on the legacy Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) will leave behind after his office said he died of a "brief and sudden illness." Graham was 71 years old. #CNN #News

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

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