President Donald Trump on Sunday released a statement mourning the passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), calling him a 'true American patriot' and 'one of the greatest senators.' Graham died suddenly Saturday night at age 71, the cause reported as cardiac arrest.
President Donald Trump released a full statement Sunday mourning the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally and staunch pro-Israel supporter. In the statement, Trump called Graham "one of the greatest men and senators I have ever known" and a "true American patriot," adding that "Lindsey will be greatly missed." The statement comes after Graham's sudden death from cardiac arrest, as reported earlier. Israeli and American leaders have been issuing tributes throughout the day, with Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Herzog eulogizing Graham as a dear friend of Israel. The Zioneer previously reported on the initial confirmation of his death and subsequent reactions.
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- StrongYnet quotes Trump: 'Lindsey Graham is dead! So sad!'
- DevelopingPresident Herzog eulogizes Lindsey Graham: 'Shocked and pained' by sudden death
- Developingi24NEWS: Senator Lindsey Graham apparently died of cardiac arrest
- DevelopingNetanyahu releases full eulogy for Lindsey Graham, calls him 'dear friend'
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