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Lindsey Graham: From Pool Hall to Power | Charleston News
Lindsey Graham, the fiery South Carolina senator known for his unshakable defense of American military strength and his dramatic political pivot from Trump critic to loyal ally, has died at 71. Rising from humble roots as the son of pool hall owners, he became a Senate powerhouse—first in his family to attend college, guardian to his sister after losing both parents, and a decorated Air Force judge advocate. His career spanned bipartisan respect, landmark judicial confirmations like Kavanaugh’s, and deep friendships with McCain and Lieberman. From small-town grit to global policy influence…
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