Lindsey Graham’s Last Laugh
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 sendoff.The South Carolina Republican, who died earlier this month at 71, was celebrated in back-to-back departure rites—a morning ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda, followed by a funeral at the National Cathedral. Both gatherings were invitation-only, and heavily guarded.
- ▪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 sendoff.The South Carolina Republican, who died earlier this month at 71, was celebrated in back-to-back departure rites—a morning ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda, followed by a funeral at the National Cathedral.
- ▪Both gatherings were invitation-only, and heavily guarded.
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- ▪ Lindsey Graham was a force in the Senate. — NYT — Politics
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PoliticsLindsey Graham’s Last LaughThe senator’s funeral featured foreign dignitaries, security lines, and a eulogy from the president whose approval he never stopped seeking.By Mark LeibovichDaniel Heuer / Bloomberg / GettyJuly 28, 2026, 6:40 PM ET ShareSave 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.
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