Lindsey Graham came from humble beginnings and became one of the most powerful lawmakers in the most powerful nation on Earth. His story was a fundamentally American one.
Early in my Senate tenure, I remember getting into a shouting match with Lindsey about a Ukraine funding bill at lunch and then learning the very next day that he was pushing rail legislation I really cared about behind the scenes. That was Lindsey Graham. He fought like hell for the things he believed in, and he was just as willing to go to bat for you when it counted.
Lindsey had the best sense of humor in the Senate. He loved the game of politics. He was constantly asking which races were up and down, and how he could help. As he liked to say, โI don't care if you're an isolationist or a religious fanatic, so long as you have an R next to your name, I want you to win.โ
We certainly had our disagreements. But I couldn't help but like him. A one of a kind figure in our politics. I'll be praying for him and his family.
Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham.
Lindsey was a patriot and dedicated public servant. He loved South Carolina and America, and dedicated decades to defending both.
Jeanette and I are praying for him and his family โ may he rest in peace.
South Carolina lost a statesman and Iโve lost a friend.
My prayers are with his sister and the rest of his family.
From his humble beginnings to the Senate floor, Lindsey always led with faith, family, and South Carolina first.
Lindsey remained committed to public service and doing what he loved. He always introduced levity and brought wit to the most challenging moments.
Lindsey will be missed.
Lindsey was a fearless patriot, a devoted public servant, and one of the fiercest advocates for Americaโs national security. He loved this country deeply, and he dedicated his life to defending it.
For years, I had the privilege of serving alongside Lindsey in the Senate. We fought shoulder to shoulder for conservative judges, stood together with our allies, and never wavered in confronting Americaโs adversaries.
Heidiโs and my prayers are with his family, his devoted staff, and the people of South Carolina. His friendship, his sparkling humor, and his unwavering commitment to our nation will be deeply missed.
May God grant him eternal rest.
Sara and I grieve with the American people over the loss of our dear friend, Senator Lindsey Graham.
In our recent meeting, I said, "Lindsey is a great friend of Israel and a cherished friend of mine. We have no better friend than Lindsey."
Lindsey understood that the security of Israel and America are inseparable. He devoted his life to defending America, strengthening our alliance and standing up for the free world.
Israel has lost one of its greatest friends. America has lost a great patriot. I have lost a beloved friend.
Our hearts are with Lindsey's family and with the American people at this difficult time. May his values and initiatives continue to guide us toward victory and peace, and may his memory forever be a blessing. ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐บ๐ธ
Seeing the despicably cruel, heartless and abusive way that many people in UK and US have responded to the deaths of conservative politicians, Ann Widdecombe and Lindsey Graham, reminds me that the least kind people on earth are ironically those on the #BeKind woke left.
The United is and has always been a Great Treasure to the world - and at time where the Greatest President of our lifetime leads this Nation and the World, we could not be more grateful for the Heart and Souls of this Great Nation.
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Happy Birthday, @elonmusk. Such an incredible time to be alive and witness your remarkable undertakings.
You still have a great buddy you've not met yet and that's me. I'm looking forward to our first meeting and beyond.