Washington Bids Farewell to Lindsey Graham

President Donald Trump joined international figures, including Benjamin Netanyahu and Volodymyr Zelenskiy, to pay respects to the man who spent decades as a fixture of American defense policy. Known for his gregarious personality, Graham remained a persistent advocate for global engagement, shaping the Senate’s stance on foreign affairs throughout his tenure.

Inside the Capitol Rotunda, Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Vice President JD Vance focused on the personal character that anchored Graham’s influence. Colleagues remembered him not just for his legislative maneuvering, but for his capacity to disarm tension through sharp wit and genuine friendship across the aisle. As the political establishment marks his passing, the focus shifts toward his family, with his sister, Darline Graham, positioning herself to potentially continue his work in the Senate.