FBI investigating at home of deceased Senator Lindsey Graham [View all]

Source: WUSA9 TV in DC

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FBI investigating at home of deceased Senator Lindsey Graham

FBI agents are at the home of Senator Lindsey Graham following his sudden death. No foul play has been indicated.

Credit: WUSA9
Author: Luke Eggleston
Published: 2:33 PM EDT July 12, 2026
Updated: 2:33 PM EDT July 12, 2026

WASHINGTON — FBI agents are on the scene one day after the death of Senator Lindsey Graham. ... At least five agents arrived early Sunday afternoon, shortly after FBI Director Kash Patel said via Twitter that “the FBI is assisting local authorities and has made every necessary resource available.” ... The agency has not indicated what prompted their response to the South Carolina Senator’s home.

Graham's office said that he died after “a brief illness.” They did not indicate the nature of the 71-year-old's illness. ... "Senator Graham's family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” the statement added.

No law enforcement agencies have indicated that foul play may have been involved in Graham’s death. ... A WUSA9 reported indicated that shortly after noon, only one local police officer was on the scene when federal agents approached.

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Graham had recently returned from a trip to Kyiv, Ukraine, where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

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