The LuLac Political Letter #5, 713, July 14th, 2026

 

 

FETTERMAN’S COMMENTS ON GRAHAM’S DEATH

In the wake of Lindsey Graham's death, fellow U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pennsylvania, joined numerous politicians from both sides of the aisle in fondly remembering the U.S. senator from South Carolina.

Early in the morning on July 12, 2026, Graham's office said in a statement that he had died the previous evening from a tear in his main artery caused by hardened arteries. He was 71.

Graham was a staunch ally of President Donald Trump and became one of Washington's most influential Republicans, championing foreign American military power and playing a key role as conservatives reshaped the federal judiciary.

This is what Fetterman said in the wake of his death.

Fetterman took to X on July 12 just after 7:45 a.m. to issue a statement on Graham's death.

"Sudden and awful news about Senator Lindsey Graham," Fetterman said. "The United States Senate lost a foreign policy giant. On a personal level, he had always been kind, gracious, and thoughtful. Gisele and I extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and staff."

Trump, Biden, global politicians react to Lindsey Graham's death

Immediately following the announcement of Graham's death, leaders from around the globe expressed their shock at the news and remembered Graham fondly.

Trump told Reuters he spoke to Graham minutes before Graham because ill. He ordered flags to be lowered in Graham's honor.

 

AND FROM SENATOR McCORMICK

Dina and I are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of our friend, Lindsey Graham. South Carolina and our nation have lost a devoted public servant, patriot, and good man. Lindsey poured his heart into fighting for the people of South Carolina, for a strong U.S. military in which he served, and for keeping the American people safe and free.

We will miss Lindsey’s legendary wit and his infectious passion for causes greater than himself.

We are praying for his family, staff, and friends.

 

DAN MEUSER WEIGHS IN

Pennsylvania Congressman Dan Meuser (R-Luzerne), representing the 9th congressional district, publicly expressed his condolences to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R‑South Carolina) following Graham’s sudden death at age 71. Graham’s office confirmed he passed away from a “brief and sudden illness” shortly after returning from a trip to Kyiv, Ukraine, where he met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy WPMT FOX43+1.

In a Facebook post, Meuser described Graham as “tough, hard‑working, and dedicated”, noting that he was “never afraid to fight for what was right.” Meuser said he had known Graham both professionally and personally over the years, including a recent lunch where Graham gave him a hat reading “Make Iran Great Again.” Meuser explained Graham’s stated goal was to free the Iranian people from what he called a “terrorist regime” and allow them “lives of opportunity and freedom, not fear” 

Meuser also emphasized Graham’s influence in Washington, calling him “a force in Washington” and saying he would be “truly missed.” He and his wife, Shelley, are keeping Graham’s family, loved ones, and the people of South Carolina in their thoughts and prayers.