Graham’s Legacy Shapes South Carolina’s Future | Dover News

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 29, 2026 · 1m

Senator Lindsey Graham’s legacy as a towering political force and dealmaker was honored nationwide at his funeral in Washington D.C., attended by President Trump and VP Vance, before his return to South Carolina — where he was remembered as the son of pool hall owners who built deep roots across the state. His body lay in state at the U.S. Capitol, and his burial in Pickens County included a law enforcement tribute and a solemn procession to First Baptist Church. With Graham’s sudden passing from an aortic tear, South Carolina’s GOP is now in flux: his sister Darline has stepped in as interim…