# Senator Graham Passes After Brief Illness | Oakland News

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Podcast: [Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oakland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7561175)
Published: 2026-07-12T15:28:37+00:00
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Senator Lindsey Graham, 71, passed away Saturday after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering defense advocacy and bipartisan respect. Known for his five Senate terms, key committee roles, and ten visits to Ukraine during the war, Graham earned heartfelt praise from President Zelensky and political leaders across the spectrum, including Trump, Thune, and Scott, who hailed him as a patriot and steadfast champion of freedom and strength. Colleagues like Wicker underscored his profound influence on foreign and domestic policy, while his family requests privacy as arrangements are pending. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/30d3bf4fa8a1ed04

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