Breaking news: Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71

The Republican from South Carolina died of a “brief and sudden” illness, his office said.

View in browser July 12, 2026, 2:54 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Will Crooks for The New York Times Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican of South Carolina, Dies at 71 Mr. Graham died of a “brief and sudden” illness on Saturday evening, his office said. He served in the Senate for more than two decades. Read more More Top Stories The White House directed Kash Patel to oversee an investigation into New York Times reporting. → Operating out of Tokyo, a military intelligence unit is finding the equipment that Russia needs to wage war. → President Trump’s posts about singing Somali schoolchildren has stirred anger in Minnesota. → Sign up for the On Politics newsletter. It's a pivotal moment for American politics. Join us for 2026 and beyond. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018