Georgia Republican lawmakers are mourning the loss of Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), who passed away yesterday following a brief and sudden illness. The cause of death has yet to be revealed, but the medical examiner of the District of Columbia clarified that it was the result of a cardiovascular disease.
How is the Veteran Senator being remembered? Georgia Republicans are mourning Sen. Graham as a patriot and highly influential public servant who dedicated 31 years of his life to serving in Congress.
He is also being remembered as a champion of American values and a beacon of conservatism.
What lawmakers are saying:
- Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA): “Senator Lindsey Graham was a patriot, an impactful public servant, and a friend. His love of this nation, unyielding belief in its possibilities, and defense of its values made him a true force to be reckoned with in Washington.”
- Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA): “Our nation and South Carolina lost a patriot, leader, and transformative public servant, Senator Lindsey Graham. He loved our nation, his state and his constituents. He fought for important issues and was a true champion for American values.”
- Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA): “America lost a great man. Senator Lindsey Graham was a patriot and beacon of conservatism who fiercely defended South Carolinians for decades. He will be deeply missed.”
- Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA): “I am heartbroken to hear of the passing of my friend, Senator Lindsey Graham. Lindsey dedicated his life to serving our country with courage, conviction, and an unwavering love for America. His legacy will be remembered for generations, and he will be deeply missed. Please join me in praying for his family, friends, and the people of South Carolina.”
Further Context: Sen. Graham first worked as a member of the House of Representatives, serving four terms until transitioning to the Senate in 2003 and serving there until his passing.
He became well known for his strong stances on foreign policy and national defense, taking up the causes of Ukraine and Israel against Russia and Iran.
He was also known for his staunch defense of conservative judicial nominees like Supreme Court Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett.
