Lindsey Graham’s Last Laugh
The funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham brought together a wide array of political figures, including President Trump, who delivered a eulogy. The event highlighted Graham's complex political career and his ability to navigate shifting alliances within the Republican party.
Why it matters
Graham was a significant figure in U.S. foreign policy and domestic politics; his passing marks the end of a notable era in the Senate.
The senator’s funeral featured foreign dignitaries, security lines, and a eulogy from the president whose approval he never stopped seeking.
Daniel Heuer / Bloomberg / Getty July 28, 2026, 6:40 PM ET Share Save Lindsey Graham always had a deep appreciation for earpieces, motorcades, and heavily secured environments. He recognized heady Washington status symbols when he saw them—including posthumous ones, such as big memorial services held in big, important rooms containing big, important entourages.
These were Graham’s kind of sanctums. And today was his kind of send-off.
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