Published July 12, 2026 at 3:11 AM ET · Updated July 12, 2026 at 4:11 PM ET
Trump orders flags lowered to half-staff for Lindsey Graham
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President Trump ordered all U.S. flags flown at half-staff through the week to honor Lindsey Graham's life and achievements following his death at age 71.
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