Fact checked by Jennifer Klump Longtime Republican Senator Lindsey Graham died after a “brief and sudden illness” on Jul. 11 at the age of 71. According to Graham’s communications director, Taylor Reidy,

President Donald Trump offered a blunt explanation for the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, telling Newsmax host Greg Kelly that a part of the senator’s body “literally blew up.” Graham died from an aortic dissection,

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Following the sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, widespread news reports indicate he suffered from an aortic dissection. An aortic dissection is a tear in the inner layer of the

Lindsey Graham's aorta tore at 71. Grant Wahl's burst at 49. One is common and age-driven; the other is inherited, silent, and findable.

Sen. Tim Scott recounts receiving the shocking call about Sen. Lindsey Graham's death and shares his personal grief. He praises Graham's dedication and notes his 'irreplaceable' role in the Senate.