American lawyer and politician (1955–2026)
Nepo Senator Flees After Falling Apart at Must-Win Debate: Darline Graham abruptly exited after a string of gaffes.
thedailybeast.com/nepo-senator-darline-graham-fled-after-debate-flub-against-annie-andrews
How Trump’s FBI purge saved Lindsey Graham and James Clyburn from a bribery investigation
salon.com/2026/10/20/how-trumps-fbi-purge-saved-lindsey-graham-and-james-clyburn-from-a-bribery-investigation-partner/
While other will dedicate Sen. Lindsey Graham's legacy in his foreign policy-making and overall patriotism, his duty and public service to the state of ... Show more
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Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress: Trump recently announced a diesel deal with Putin to import Russian energy in a long-shot effort ...
1news.co.nz/2026/10/18/trumps-decision-to-waive-russian-sanctions-outrages-congress/
Nepo Senator Falls Apart in Public Humiliation: And a crackpot MAGA conspiracy explodes: Monday, October 12, 2026.
thedailybeast.substack.com/p/nepo-senator-falls-apart-in-public
Trump Sells Out Ukraine in Unhinged White House Meltdown: The extraordinary broadside came after Zelensky warned that Trump was on the wrong side of history by ...
thedailybeast.com/trump-sells-out-ukraine-in-unhinged-white-house-meltdown
Trump waives tariffs on largest buyers of Russian oil, days before Lindsey Graham-backed law was set to take effect
cbsnews.com/news/trump-waives-sanctions-tariffs-russian-oil-lindsey-graham/
Key FactsTrump waives Russia sanctions and tariffs before implementation
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
- Trump cited US national interests when waiving the measures days before their scheduled implementation under last month’s law.
- The law provided tariffs of up to 100% on goods from the five largest importers of Russian oil or gas.
- China opposed the bill’s asserted extraterritorial reach, while India warned new tariffs could affect bilateral relations.
- Democrat Don Beyer condemned the waiver, while Putin’s investment envoy Kirill Dmitriev described it as historic.
Trump’s latest surrender to Putin again betrays our Ukrainian partners and defies clear congressional intent of legislation designed to punish Russia for its illegal war of aggression.— Don Beyer, U.S. Representative (D‑Va.), commenting on Trump's waiver of Russia-related sanctions.
Nepo Senator Cornered on Trump Trashing Her Dead Brother’s Legacy: Sanctions on Russia signed into law by Donald Trump last month are now being sidestepped.
thedailybeast.com/nepo-senator-darline-graham-cornered-on-donald-trump-trashing-her-dead-brother-lindsey-grahams-legacy
Trump Waives Graham Act Sanctions On Russia Before They Take Effect
rferl.org/a/trump-waives-graham-act-sanctions-on-russia/33878335.html
Annie Andrews outspending, outraising Darline Graham in SC US Senate race. She’s still the underdog.
postandcourier.com/politics/darline-graham-annie-andrews-senate-poll/article_60a8a6da-13a1-47da-8d64-edbd205e7bed.html
President Donald Trump’s decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen
chicagotribune.com/2026/10/17/trumps-decision-waive-russian-sanctions-outrages-congress/
aka.ms Oct 17
The executive order suspends key measures from the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. 👀
🔗Ukraine targets 'Russia's Google' as the internet becomes a new front line Volodymyr Zelensky criticizes the move ... Show more
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) says former President Reagan and the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) would be “ashamed” of President Trump’s action Friday to waive ... Show more
GOP senator: Reagan, Graham would be ‘ashamed’ of Trump waiving Russia sanctions
GOP senator: Reagan, Graham would be ‘ashamed’ of Trump waiving Russia sanctions
Key FactsTrump Waives Russia Sanctions and Tariffs
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- Trump signed an order late Friday waiving Russia sanctions and tariffs two days before they were scheduled to take effect.
- The law, named for Lindsey O. Graham and passed last month, was intended to target Russian officials, oligarchs, and financial institutions while raising tariffs.
- Republican Senator Thom Tillis and Democratic Representative Don Beyer described the order as irresponsible and a surrender, respectively.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the decision seemed wrong, helped only Russians, and would not stop the war.
I am hereby waiving the application of such sanctions, restrictions, and duties provided for in the Graham Act. I have submitted to the Congress a certification that the issuance of such a waiver at this time is in the national interests of the United States.— Donald Trump, in an executive order waiving sanctions under the Graham Act (Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026)
In a 2024 video, Saylor Graham wrote, "I prove every day that I'm a fighter who doesn’t give up."‘Beam of light’ 7-year-old with rare disorder among those injured in Bend shooting ‘Beam of light’ 7-year-old with rare ... Show more
‘Beam of light’ 7-year-old with rare disorder among those injured in Bend shooting
‘Beam of light’ 7-year-old with rare disorder among those injured in Bend shooting
Wall St. Journal Obliterates Trump for Being ‘Putin’s Best Friend’ in Scorching Editoria ...
mediaite.com/media/news/wall-st-journal-obliterates-trump-for-being-putins-best-friend-in-scorching-editorial-there-needs-to-be-a-bipartisan-reckoning-for-president/
Zelensky criticises Trump’s waiver of sanctions on Russia as ‘wrong’: An executive order issued by Donald Trump on Oct 16 waived key Russia-related US sanctions ...
straitstimes.com/world/united-states/zelenskiy-criticizes-trumps-waiver-of-sanctions-on-russia-as-wrong
Critics Aghast as Trump Shields Russia From Congressional Sanctions Bill Named for Lindsay Graham — ...
mediaite.com/politics/trump/critics-aghast-as-trump-shields-russia-from-congressional-sanctions-bill-named-for-lindsay-graham-and-claim-us-president-is-in-the-tank-for-putin/
Trump puts new Russia sanctions that he recently signed into law on hold, citing national interest
globalnews.ca/news/12106266/trump-russia-sanctions-on-hold/
Zelensky Calls Trump’s Sanctions Waiver a Mistake: President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned Donald Trump’s suspension of Graham Act sanctions is a mistake that ...
kyivpost.com/post/87377
Trump Gives Out Republican Senator’s Cell Number in Fit of Rage: Trump called Cotton “a friend of mine” before urging people to blow up his personal phone.
thedailybeast.com/trump-gives-out-republican-senators-cell-number-in-fit-of-rage/
Key FactsTrump Shares Senator Cotton’s Number Amid Daylight Saving Dispute
Oct 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Trump posted the number on Truth Social and urged Arkansas residents to call the senator.
- CNN initially reached a full voicemail box; after three rings, an automated message said the wireless customer was unavailable.
- The House passed a nationwide permanent-Daylight-Saving-Time measure 308–117 over the summer; the Senate has taken no action since.
- Cotton opposes changing the status quo and objected in 2025 to passing a similar measure by unanimous consent.
If Tom Cotton were putting Arkansas first, he would give them an extra hour of daylight and, more importantly, they wouldn’t have to run all over their houses, farms, work places, and everywhere else, twice a year, having to change their Clocks, and often forgetting to do so.— Donald J. Trump; Truth Social post about Daylight Saving Time; criticized Sen. Tom Cotton and urged Arkansans to contact him.
Trump Shields Russia From New Sanctions Passed by Congress in Lindsay Graham’s Name
mediaite.com/politics/trump/trump-shields-russia-from-new-sanctions-passed-by-congress-in-lindsay-grahams-name/
Republicans Hit the Panic Button to Save Struggling Nepo Senator: Darline Graham could be the first Republican to lose a South Carolina senate race in decades.
thedailybeast.com/republicans-hit-the-panic-button-to-save-struggling-nepo-senator-darline-graham/
OpinionTrump’s Diesel Insult to Lindsey Graham: The President’s oil deal with Putin helps the Kremlin’s war on Ukraine’s cities.
wsj.com/opinion/trumps-diesel-insult-to-lindsey-graham-d502ac71
Paid articlePaywall Trump Accused of Trashing His Loyal Pal’s Legacy: The president’s Russian diesel deal goes against the work of Lindsey Graham, a Senate colleague says.
thedailybeast.com/trump-accused-of-trashing-his-loyal-pals-legacy
Tillis: Trump’s Russia deal ‘is tarnishing Lindsey Graham’s efforts’ at sanctions
thehill.com/homenews/senate/6141694-tillis-slams-trump-russia-diesel/
Lindsey Graham’s Longtime Republican-Held Senate Seat at Risk: Polls and forecasts point to a closer-than-expected race in the South Carolina Senate race ahead ...
newsweek.com/lindsey-grahams-longtime-republican-held-senate-seat-at-risk-12537546
Key FactsTrump attacks South Carolina Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews
Oct 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- In a Truth Social post on October 5, Trump used an anti-trans slur three times against Andrews while promoting Darline Graham.
- Andrews, who is not transgender, largely ignored the insult and said she would work with anyone to prioritize South Carolina.
- Graham is running to retain her seat after Gov. Henry McMaster appointed her following the July death of her brother, Lindsey Graham.
- Last month, Cook Political Report shifted its race rating toward Democrats, changing it from Solid Republican to Likely Republican.
And South Carolina must show, in the upcoming Election, that it is not for her.— President Donald Trump, in a Truth Social post attacking Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews
Lone debate for South Carolina Senate gets testy: 5 takeaways: Sen. Darline Graham (R) and pediatrician Annie Andrews (D) faced off in their one and only debate ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6141971-sc-senate-debate-graham-andrews/
The Bulwark Oct 07
Morning Shots Live: Lindsey Graham’s Sister Was Supposed to be a Lock. Now the GOP Is Scrambling
thebulwark.com/p/morning-shots-republicans-are-worried
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Trump's Dubious Claim About the Ilhan Omar Search: The president proclaims unfettered power to go after his critics, but then disclaims any involvement once ...
theatlantic.com/newsletters/2026/10/trump-doj-ilhan-omar-search/688984/
FOX 35 Orlando Oct 11
Pence calls Trump’s diesel deal with Putin a ‘betrayal’ to Lindsey Graham, urges him to rescind it ⬇️🔗
READ MORE Pence calls Trump’s diesel deal with Putin a ‘betrayal’ to Lindsey Graham, urges him to rescind it
Republican Sen. Darline Graham is running against Democrat Annie Andrews for a full Senate term after she was appointed in July to replace her late brother ... Show more
Republicans Panic as Darline Graham Falls Into Desperately Close Race: The late senator’s sister is facing headwinds in a red state.
thedailybeast.com/republicans-panic-as-darline-graham-falls-into-desperately-close-race/
The Turning Point USGay drag show took over the Crocodile Friday night, featuring right-wing parody performances by @laurenbanall as Erika Kirk ... Show more
Graham, Andrews neck and neck in South Carolina Senate race: Poll: Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) and her Democratic opponent, Annie Andrews, are locked in a dead ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6113414-graham-andrews-south-carolina-poll-close/
‘I Need Help’: Darline Graham Carries on Late Brother’s Ritual of Begging Fox Viewers fo ...
mediaite.com/media/tv/i-need-help-darline-graham-carries-on-late-brothers-ritual-of-begging-fox-viewers-for-money/
GOP hold on South Carolina’s Senate seat is slipping
washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/09/23/gop-hold-south-carolinas-senate-seat-is-slipping/
Cook Political Report shifts Kansas, South Carolina Senate races toward Democrats
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6105817-cook-political-report-kansas-south-caroline-senate-race-shift-democrats/
Map Shows Senate Seats Most Likely to Flip as Forecaster Shifts 3 Races: Two GOP-held seats shifted toward Democrats in the latest ratings from the Cook ...
newsweek.com/map-shows-senate-seats-most-likely-to-flip-as-forecaster-shifts-3-races-12479721
Longtime Conservative Endorses Dem Candidate Over Trump-Backed Darline Graham: “This year, South Carolinians can demonstrate political independence by electing ...
huffpost.com/entry/george-will-darline-graham_n_6aabfd06e4b05a5eaee3fcd8
Conservative Icon Endorses Lindsey Graham’s Nepo-Sister’s Dem Rival: The conservative writer pegged Darline Graham as the wrong choice for South Carolina.
thedailybeast.com/conservative-icon-endorses-lindsey-grahams-nepo-sisters-dem-rival/
Aaron Rowe, Lukas Graham and Finneas, the remaining opening acts for Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour, have quit in solidarity with Macklemore ... Show more
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Ed Sheeran Loses 4 Opening Acts In Support Of Macklemore: 'Artists Must Not Be Silenced'
huffpost.com/entry/ed-sheeran-loses-4-opening-acts-in-support-of-macklemore-artists-must-not-be-silenced_n_6aa9a36ae4b0288deb0d57fa
US House approves Graham's Russia sanctions bill: The bill passed with 262 votes in favor and 159 against.
kyivindependent.com/us-house-approves-grahams-russia-sanctions-bill/
Key FactsHouse passes Russia sanctions bill for Trump
Sep 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
- The House passed the measure on September 16, 2026, by a vote of 262 to 159.
- It provides tariffs of up to 100 percent against the five largest Russian-energy buyers or countries helping evade sanctions.
- The measure also extends sanctions on Iran and is now awaiting Trump’s signature.
- After more than a year and a half, it became Congress’s first bipartisan Ukraine-support measure since an aid package passed in April 2024.
This is not the time to ease the pressure. Now is the time to do everything to ensure that diplomacy succeeds through strength.— Volodymyr Zelensky, President of Ukraine, on X ahead of the vote on sanctions against Russia
Trump takes aim at Russia's energy sector with sanctions bill: The bill is named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch advocate of aid for Ukraine.
bbc.com/news/articles/cqvgy34ndj4eo
Sen. Darline Graham agrees to face off with Annie Andrews on debate stage: The Senate race is heading to the debate stage after U.S. Senator Darline Graham ...
postandcourier.com/politics/elections/darline-graham-annie-andrews-senate-debate/article_b311fd5e-7768-4e9c-925f-09d9f93a2413.html
'Artists Must Not Be Silenced': Musicians Drop Out Of Ed Sheeran’s Tour In Protest
huffpost.com/entry/ed-sheeran-loses-4-opening-acts-in-support-of-macklemore-artists-must-not-be-silenced_n_6aa9a36ae4b0288deb0d57fa
All of Ed Sheeran’s Openers Abandon Tour After Macklemore Debacle: Finneas, Lukas Graham, and more have dropped off shows with Ed Sheeran after Macklemore was ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/finneas-lukas-graham-leave-ed-sheeran-tour-macklemore-1235627181/
Key FactsSeveral Acts Leave Sheeran’s Tour After Macklemore Is Dropped
Sep 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
- Macklemore was dropped from the tour on September 14 after several venues said they would not host shows featuring him.
- Finneas announced he would not join the upcoming South American leg, which was scheduled to begin in November.
- Lukas Graham and Aaron Rowe announced they would leave the remaining U.S. dates of the Loop Tour.
- Beoga also announced its departure; the band joins Sheeran onstage for several songs.
Artists must not be silenced when they speak up for the oppressed. I have decided to withdraw from my upcoming tour dates with Ed Sheeran. I stand with Palestine and its people.— Finneas (Instagram post; withdrawal from Ed Sheeran tour dates)
Darline Graham Nordone Wins Runoff in South Carolina’s Special GOP Senate Primary
time.com/article/2026/08/26/darline-graham-nordone-runoff-south-carolina-special-gop-senate-primary/
Key FactsNordone Wins South Carolina Republican Senate Runoff
Aug 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
- South Carolina’s governor had appointed Nordone to serve the remainder of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s term.
- In the Aug. 11 special primary, Nordone received nearly 33% and Ralph Norman nearly 25%, leaving neither with the required majority and sending both into the runoff.
- The Associated Press called Nordone the runoff winner at 9:01 p.m. ET on election night, when she held about 52.5% of the vote.
- Nordone will face Democrat Annie Andrews, a pediatrician who won her primary in June, in the November general election.
There is still a big hole in my heart, but I know he’s looking down right now very proud of everyone in this room.— Darline Graham Nordone, addressing supporters at a rally after securing the GOP Senate nomination
More artists drop out of Ed Sheeran's tour in solidarity with rapper Macklemore: Irish acts Aaron Rowe and Beoga, Denmark's Lukas Graham, and Finneas posted ...
pbs.org/newshour/arts/more-artists-drop-out-of-ed-sheerans-tour-in-solidarity-with-rapper-macklemore
Annie Andrews, a Democrat, originally thought her opponent this November would be Lindsey Graham. Now running against his sister ... Show more
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Hawking by Graham Farmelo review – the dark side of genius: A biography of the physicist recognises his achievements, but also reveals the selfish narcissist ...
theguardian.com/books/2026/sep/07/hawking-by-graham-farmelo-review-the-dark-side-of-genius
Darline Graham Gets Testy With Voter in Awkward Encounter: Darline Graham got into an uncomfortable confrontation with a voter who was filming their exchange.
thedailybeast.com/darline-graham-gets-testy-with-voter-in-awkward-encounter/
Trump delivers $10 million to Ken Paxton in first major contribution of midterms: President Trump's MAGA Inc. super PAC had previously only given one donation ...
cbsnews.com/news/trump-10-million-ken-paxton-first-major-contribution-midterms/
Graham’s win in South Carolina shows Trump’s still got sway: Voters have rejected more Trump-endorsed candidates in this year’s primary season than in previous ...
csmonitor.com/USA/Politics/2026/0825/darline-graham-south-carolina-trump-endorsement
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GOP Voters Boo Trump After Lindsey Graham’s Sister Wins Runoff : Supporters of the defeated Ralph Norman were left chafing after the president—and a mountain of ...
newrepublic.com/post/214758/gop-voters-boo-trump-graham
Darline Graham wins senate primary in boost to Trump: President Donald Trump scored a pair of badly needed victories as his preferred candidates won Republican ...
rte.ie/news/us/2026/0826/1589273-us-senate-primaries/
people.com Aug 27
Flags Will Fly at Half-Staff for Dolly Parton Longer Than They Did for Pope Francis, Charlie Kirk and Lindsey Graham
people.com/flags-will-fly-at-half-staff-for-dolly-parton-longer-than-they-did-for-pope-francis-charlie-kirk-lindsey-graham-12069160
Annie Andrews vs. Darline Graham—First Independent Poll Gives Race Update: New polling data reveals where the race to succeed Lindsey Graham in the Senate stands ...
newsweek.com/annie-andrews-vs-darline-graham-first-independent-poll-gives-race-update-12391964
Republicans Rebel as Trump Stumps for Nepo Sister Pick: Trump is attempting to rally his base for Darline Graham amid criticism from both sides for campaign ...
thedailybeast.com/republicans-rebel-as-trump-stumps-for-nepo-sister-pick/
Trump defends Darline Graham’s Taiwan response: ‘She was being honest’: President Trump defended Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) on Friday following her stumble on ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6044561-donald-trump-darline-graham-defense-debate-mistake/
What Darline Graham’s Ugly, Viral Outburst About Death Really Reveals: The senator’s parents died when she was a kid. That’s tragic. But it’s also tragic that ...
newrepublic.com/article/214868/darline-graham-viral-outburst-death
After unexpected death: Sister of deceased US Senator Graham wins primary election
n-tv.de/politik/Schwester-von-totem-US-Senator-Graham-gewinnt-Vorwahlen-id31232669.html
Crowd boos mention of Trump in losing Republican’s concession speech : ‘I never understood why he got in this race,’ Ralph Norman, referring to Trump
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-speech-republican-ralph-norman-graham-b3039465.html
aka.ms Aug 26
Ukraine targets 'Russia's Google' as the internet becomes a new front line: “Something is constantly breaking, something is constantly not working ...
msn.com/en-us/news/other/vance-declines-to-endorse-netanyahu-after-trump-offers-full-support-for-re-election/ar-AA2fCn1D
Key FactsKansas City Airport Evacuated Over Threat
Mar 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- Kansas City International Airport was temporarily evacuated on Sunday following an unspecified threat.
- Airport police collaborated with the FBI to verify the legitimacy of the reported danger.
- Inbound and outbound flights were halted and traffic near the airport rerouted during the incident.
- The terminal, serving 4.7 million travelers in 2022, reopened after authorities completed their search.
Republican Crowd Boos at Mention of Trump in Loser’s Speech: The South Carolina audience was quick to react during Ralph Norman’s concession speech.
thedailybeast.com/crowd-boos-at-mention-of-trump-in-republican-loser-ralph-normans-speech/
Joint Base Charleston is now Joint Base Lindsey Graham. The name change was unveiled during a ceremony on Aug. 10 that was attended by Secretary of Defense ... Show more
Flags to Be at Half Staff for Dolly Parton Longer Than Charlie Kirk, Lindsey Graham
newsweek.com/flags-to-be-at-half-staff-for-dolly-parton-longer-than-kirk-and-graham-12367105
Lindsey Graham’s Sister Booed by Crowd in Embarrassing Debate Flop: The Republican was called out on a critical issue on live TV.
thedailybeast.com/lindsey-grahams-sister-booed-by-crowd-in-embarrassing-debate-flop/
Sen. Tim Scott Describes Darline Graham, Who Has No Political Experience, In 3 Words
huffpost.com/entry/sen-tim-scott-defends-darline-grahams-flubbed-national-security-answer_n_6a8b1f9ee4b006e7e00e43c8
Trump Whines That He’s Going To be Impeached Again: "They’re going to impeach me. They have no idea why,” Trump said at a Myrtle Beach, South Carolina ...
huffpost.com/entry/live-updates_n_6a82f837e4b0ddd9c1b297ae/liveblog_6a88e559e4b02b0e96484be3
The late Lindsey Graham must be giddy in paradise. (Full story below.)
South Carolina turns into a historic Senate race 🔗: Security Check
Sen. Darline Graham says she's 'not that informed on national security': Sen. Darline Graham, running in South Carolina's runoff election, stumbled over a ...
apnews.com/article/darline-graham-taiwan-debate-national-security-5b045abd68cc4aa350177b5d1c6ee650
In countdown to Election Day runoff, Trump pitches for Graham in Myrtle Beach: MYRTLE BEACH — President Donald Trump put his political force behind U.S. Sen ...
postandcourier.com/politics/trump-rally-darline-graham-myrtle-beach-sc-runoff/article_3bfd19c2-d4c1-43fb-bd08-bd9058a498ba.html
