Leaders gather in Washington to pay their final tributes to Lindsey Graham
Political leaders gathered at the U.S. Capitol to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham, highlighting his long career and influence on foreign policy. The ceremony marked the beginning of two days of tributes for the South Carolina Republican.
Why it matters
The passing of a long-serving senator and foreign policy hawk marks a significant transition in the composition and ideological direction of the U.S. Senate.
With a flag-draped coffin at the center of the Capitol Rotunda, Republican senators past and present remembered the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in remarks that celebrated his far-reaching influence — from his home state of South Carolina to the international stage.
Tuesday's ceremony at the Capitol was the first of two days of remembrances for Graham, who died earlier this month at the age of 71 . It featured tributes from several of his party's most influential voices, who shared memories of Graham as a friend, a congressional mainstay and a leading voice in U.S. foreign policy .
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., highlighted the scope of Graham's work over his three decades in Congress, from his role in judicial confirmations to his fierce defense of Ukraine to his support of the anti-abortion movement.
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