Senator Lindsey Graham died of aortic tear, examiner says
First publishedJul 12, 11:14 UTC
Last updatedJul 14, 10:58 UTC · 8h ago
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Senator Lindsey Graham died at age 71 after a brief and sudden illness. Medical examiners found the cause of death was an aortic tear due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. His passing has caused many political leaders to express their condolences.
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Lindsey Graham, a US Senator, passed away suddenly. He was 71 years old. Doctors said he died from a torn aorta (a major artery). This happened after a short illness. Many important people are sad about his death.
Why it matters
Graham was a well-known politician and ally of President Trump. His passing is big news in US politics.
In brief
What caused Senator Graham's death?
He died from an aortic tear because of heart/blood vessel disease.
How old was Lindsey Graham when he died?
He was 71 years old.
Who paid tribute to him?
President Trump and many other world leaders and politicians did.
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Most outlets report the basic facts (sudden death, age 71), but some focus on his political strength ('hawk'), while others highlight President Trump's reaction or the specific medical cause.
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PBS NewsHourDied after brief, unexpected illness.
FortuneDied suddenly after a 'brief and sudden illness'.
NBC NewsDied from a 'sudden illness'.
Fox News LatestCause was aortic dissection/cardiovascular disease.
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The HillTrump called him a 'true American Patriot'.
Al JazeeraAlly of President Trump; advocated for military force.
FortuneClose Trump ally, foreign policy hawk.
NBC NewsTrump spoke with him hours before death.
ABC NewsElicited condolences from many leaders.
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Al JazeeraAdvocate for using US military force overseas.
FortuneForeign policy hawk.
NBC NewsVoice on defense and foreign policy.
AxiosTenacious, ubiquitous figure in Washington.
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PBS NewsHourFamily asks for privacy during difficult time.
New York PostCalled to home over chest pains/heart attack.
CBS NewsFocus on how his death impacts US politics.
NBC News, The Hill, New York Post, NPR Politics, Star Tribune, The Guardian US, Rolling Stone Politics15 outlets
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