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Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., dies at 71; what it means for South Carolina and Congress

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Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

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Jul 13, 2026

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3018

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Summary

Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died Saturday following what his office said was a brief and sudden illness. We’ll discuss Graham’s leadership in the state and what’s next for filling his seat and his reelection bid. We also get an update on where North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race stands and what it could mean for the balance of power in Congress.