Lindsey Graham’s death removes one of Washington’s most influential China hawks
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Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican figure, died at age 71 from a sudden aortic condition confirmed by medical authorities. Throughout his Senate career, he became known for orchestrating compromises across party lines while maintaining close ties to Donald Trump.
Progressive: Congressional bridge-builder — progressive outlets emphasized his decades-long role bringing Democrats and Republicans together on key legislation.
Moderate: Israel's advocate — moderate outlets highlighted his commitment to maintaining strong US-Israel relations and reassuring allied nations.
Conservative: Trump's political ally — conservative outlets traced his evolution from critic to integral member of the Trump coalition.
The death of US Senator Lindsey Graham has removed one of Washington’s most influential advocates of a hardline approach towards China at a moment when Republicans are debating how aggressively the United States should confront Beijing and project military power overseas.
On Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to fill the vacant Senate seat. McMaster said he spoke with Nordone by phone on Sunday and she agreed to serve.
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