Lindsey Graham
Updates on Lindsey Graham, the senior U.S. senator from South Carolina. A Republican, he has represented South Carolina since 2003. He currently holds the seat vacated by Strom Thurmond. Before the U.S. Senate, Graham represented South Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives between 1995 and 2003. He unsuccessfully ran for the Republican nomination for president in 2016, losing to President Donald Trump.
What Has Senator Lindsey Graham Said About a Second Stimulus Check?
Senator Lindsey Graham's potential support for a larger stimulus package could bode well for those hoping for another stimulus check.
'Brazen Abuse of Power': Reactions Follow Trump Pardoning Michael Flynn
Many Republicans praised Trump for granting Flynn clemency, while Democrats felt the pardon was an act of corruption.
Graham Gives $1M to Perdue, Loeffler as Georgia Runoffs Loom
The senator said he transferred the funds from his own re-election campaign coffers.
Lindsey Graham Calls Biden, Pelosi and Schumer 'Trifecta from Hell'
If Republicans lose Georgia's special election and Democrats gain control of the Senate, "it would fundamentally change the country as we know it," Graham said.
Lindsey Graham Agrees He's 'Cheap' After Gowdy Jokes About Christmas Gift
"The box was more expensive than the present I got," former South Carolina Congressman Trey Gowdy told Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) while describing a Christmas gift he had received from the senator during a Monday night discussion on Fox News.
Senator Durbin Wants to Replace Feinstein as Top Dem on Judiciary Committee
"The to-do list for the Senate Judiciary Committee is long, and of critical importance to the future progress of our country," Senator Dick Durbin said Monday.
Lindsey Graham Fires Back at Progressives Calling for His Resignation
"You stay in your lane. I could understand why you want me out of the Senate 'cuz I'm going to bury your agenda," Senator Lindsey Graham said on Thursday in response to progressives calling for his resignation.
Loeffler Accused of Violating Senate Ethics Rules With Fundraising Appeal
This is the second time in two months a Republican senator has faced accusations of breaking the rules on donations.
Lindsey Graham Urges Trump to 'Give Intel Briefings' to Biden
"This thing will work itself out. It always has," the South Carolina Republican said.
Georgia Secretary of State Says GOP Attacks on Him Were 'Clear Retaliation'
"It is not the job of the secretary of state's office to deliver a win," Brad Raffensperger said.
Lindsey Graham Explains Why He Fist Bumped Kamala Harris
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) reportedly said he was "just saying hello" after being spotted giving Vice President-elect Kamala Harris what appeared to be a congratulatory fist bump on the Senate floor on Tuesday.
Graham Spoke With Officials About Election in Key States Trump Lost
The revelation follows an allegation from Georgia's top election official that the Trump confidant urged him to disqualify legal absentee ballots to favor the president.
Lindsey Graham Criticized Donald Trump's 'Rigged' Election Claims in 2016
The comment has resurfaced as the South Carolina Republican faces calls to resign over a controversial conversation
Graham Critics Want Probes, Judiciary Resignation for Georgia Ballot Claims
The South Carolina Senator has denied accusations he encouraged legal ballots being tossed, amid mounting calls for an inquiry into his alleged actions.
Democrats Blast Lindsey Graham Over Allegations from GA's Sec. of State
Graham called the secretary's claim "ridiculous" and said he merely asked the secretary about the signature verification process for mail-in ballots.
Graham Denies Urging Georgia Election Official to Toss Out Legal Ballots
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, a Republican, said he was stunned after a phone conservation with the South Carolina Republican, in which Raffensperger said Graham pressed him to invalidate legal ballots.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein Calls on Senate Judiciary Committee to Halt Hearings for Nominees
Senator Dianne Feinstein made the request after President Donald Trump was projected to lose the election to President-elect Joe Biden.
Lindsey Graham Says He'll Donate $1 Million to Georgia Senate Runoff Fight
Control of the Senate will be decided in Georgia on January 5 in what is expected to be an expensive race.
Lindsey Graham Says Dems Believe in Socialism 'Deep in Their Soul'
"How hard is it to renounce socialism if you really don't believe in it? The reason she can't renounce it is because the mainstream of her party — deep in their soul — backs socialism," Senator Lindsey Graham tweeted on Tuesday.
Ex-GOP Senator Says Most Republicans Know Trump Lost
The former Senator for Arizona Jeff Flake told BBC's Newsnight that Republicans "are still playing to that audience of one, not knowing where the Trump base will go."
Graham Wants Mail-In Vote 'Oversight' As McConnell Defends Trump Lawsuits
The South Carolina Senator has backed President Trump over his claims of fraud in the election, offering his support to every avenue being pursued.
Lindsey Graham Says Republicans Lose Elections Because Democrats 'Cheat'
"The state of play in America in 2020 for Republicans is not good," South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham said Monday.
Lindsey Graham Wants Senate Committee Investigation On Mail-in Ballots
Graham says the election is "by no means over" and encourages President Donald Trump to run again in 2024 if he loses the election.
Jaime Harrison Increased Democratic Vote by 5 Percent Despite Raising $107M
Jaime Harrison raised more than $107 million in this cycle and spent more than $104 million in his bid to unseat Lindsey Graham.
Can Biden Heal America When Trump and His Allies Don't Want It Healed?
The GOP evidently prefers continuous warfare because that's the only way it thinks it can win.
Sen. Graham, Who Urged Trump Not to Concede, Wants President to Run in 2024
The Republican senator suggested on Monday that Trump "consider" launching another presidential campaign during the next election season, after urging him on Sunday not to concede.
Ken Starr Says 'To Count Every Vote May Be Crime,' Blasts Pennsylvania Gov
Ken Starr and Fox News host Mark Levin blasted Pennsylvania for counting "illegal votes," with Starr claiming "to count every vote may be a crime."
Jaime Harrison Tells Graham, Trump to Stop 'Acting like Toddlers,' Concede
The Democrat conceded to the incumbent Republican Lindsey Graham and suggested President Donald Trump should follow his example.
Lindsey Graham Urges Trump to 'Fight Hard' After Election Loss
The South Carolina senator claimed presidential election results are "contested" amid the Trump campaign's false statements about voter fraud and related lawsuits.
Sen. Graham Receives Affidavit from USPS Worker Citing 'Backdated Ballots'
The Republican called on the Department of Justice and the U.S. Postal Service to investigate a Pennsylvania whistleblower's claims.
