Published July 12, 2026 at 2:22 AM ET · Updated July 12, 2026 at 6:04 PM ET
FBI Director Patel says the bureau is assisting authorities after Graham's death
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FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau is assisting local authorities after Lindsey Graham's sudden death. The DC Medical Examiner released preliminary findings as politicians and foreign leaders mourned Graham.
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