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Graham and Trump's Shifting Alliance | Annapolis News
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- Jul 12, 2026
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Summary
Senator Lindsey Graham’s rollercoaster relationship with Donald Trump—once a sharp critic, then a loyal ally—defined a turbulent era in Republican politics. From calling Trump’s rise “being shot in the head” to later joking he was “second only to God,” Graham’s dramatic pivot after the January 6 riot revealed the depth of their political bond. Despite public reversals and shifting stances, Graham remained a steadfast Trump surrogate, championing “America First” policies—even when they clashed with his own foreign policy views. Trump, in turn, hailed Graham as a “true American Patriot,” underscoring a complex alliance that reshaped the GOP’s trajectory. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2cf30552bcbda411