Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., a close ally of President Donald Trump, has died at the age of 71. Graham’s office confirmed his passing early Sunday, stating that he died from a brief and sudden illness.
Graham was chairman of the Senate Budget Committee and was seeking a fifth six-year Senate term in November. He was known for his key voice within the party on defense and international affairs.
Emergency personnel responded to a call for cardiac arrest at Graham’s Capitol Hill home on Saturday night. Paramedics carried a person on a stretcher from Graham’s home to an awaiting ambulance.
Graham’s death comes as fellow Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell remains in the hospital after paramedics responded to a call at a known residence last month for an individual experiencing cardiac arrest.
Original reporting: NBC4 Los Angeles — read the source article.
