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‘Run, Darline, run!’: Trump endorses Lindsey Graham’s sister for full Senate term

Sister of the South Carolina senator who died last Saturday has not previously held any elected office

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Weekly Brew: July 17, 2026

Each week, The Weekly Brew brings you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condensed. Here are the top stories from the week of July 13 - July 17.

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Trump endorses Lindsey Graham’s sister Darline for a full Senate term

Trump backs Graham’s sister to run in the Republican primary to replace the late former senator

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Trump backs newly appointed Darline Graham for full Senate term

President Donald Trump on Friday endorsed newly appointed South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham for a full Senate term, saying he asked her to seek the Republican nomination in next month’s special primary election to pick a replacement for her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham. Darline Graham was sworn in to…

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Darline Graham weighs running for full Senate term as funeral scheduled for Lindsey Graham

Sen. Darline Graham is serving the remaining months of her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate term, but she's weighing a possible run for a full term

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Trump Reportedly Furious at Netanyahu Over Türkiye F-35 Sale; Israeli PM Cancels US Trip After White House Meeting Snub

Donald Trump is reportedly upset with Benjamin Netanyahu over criticism of a potential US-Türkiye F-35 deal, straining their previously close relationship.

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Dates set for Lindsey Graham funeral services

As Washington reels from the unexpected death of Sen. Lindsey Graham last weekend, his office on Friday released dates for expected memorials later this month, both in the nation’s capital and back in his home state of South Carolina. Taylor Reidy, who served as the late senator’s communication director, said…

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'Who is D nexT': Iran billboard targets Trump after Graham's death

Visuals of a new billboard in Tehran's Vali-e-Asr Square have escalated Iran's public campaign of threats. The billboard features the name of recently deceased US Senator Lindsey Graham accompanied with what appears to be a hidden reference to assasination threats for US President Donald Trump.

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'His Sister, a Senate Seat? That's an Inheritance Jackpot': Daily Show Turns Lindsey Graham's Death and Succession Into a Dynasty Joke

The Daily Show has turned Lindsey Graham's death and the appointment of his sister Darline to his Senate seat into a biting joke about political dynasties, calling it an 'inheritance jackpot'.

International Business Times UK

Wrapup: Congress’ July sprint off to a stumbling start

Republican leaders laid the groundwork for a final dash to pass partisan legislative priorities before August recess. But if this week was any indication, it won’t be an easy run. First, Washington was struck by the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on July 11. Moving quickly, South Carolina…

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Lindsey Graham’s death leaves South Carolina confronting complex legacy: ‘You loved him and you hated him’

The US state mourns its longest-serving senator while Republicans scramble to choose a successor

The Guardian - US

US Senate bill seeks 100% tariffs on India, 4 other nations for buying Russian oil

A bipartisan bill introduced in the US Senate proposes 100% tariffs on imports from the top five buyers of Russian oil or gas, including India, China, Slovakia, Hungary and Azerbaijan, to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine.

The Economic Times

Photos of the week | July 10-16, 2026

Congress returned from the July Fourth recess this week to the news of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death. Highlights of the week included confirmation hearings for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and DNI nominee Jay Clayton, national hot dog day and the start of a new reconciliation process in the House…

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Lindsey Graham's death will set off a special primary election for a Senate seat that's open for the second time since 1956

A special Republican Party primary is scheduled for August 11, 2026, in South Carolina to determine which Republican candidate will run in the state's general election on November 3, 2026.

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Lindsay Graham is the fifth U.S. Senator to die during a re-election campaign since 1918

On July 11, 2026, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) died at the age of 71. He is the first U.S. Senator from South Carolina to die in office since Olin D. Johnston (D-S.C.) died on April 18, 1965. He is also the fourth member of the U.S. Senate since 2013 to…

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Why Lindsey Graham’s funeral arrangements have become so complicated

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Lindsey Graham’s funeral is more complicated than you might think. World leaders may be to blame

A South Carolina funeral service is expected to take place ‘within a day but no more than two days’ of a service in Washington, DC, one Republican says

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Netanyahu cancels planned trip to the US next week

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Seth Meyers on the second Trump presidency: ‘No one feels better, everyone’s miserable’

Late-night host covered the dire state of the US economy and how the president is distracted by other priorities

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The dog days are here already for Congress

Jason Dick and Molly Reynolds discuss how history will view the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., how congressional illnesses are starting to affect the institution, why things are getting stuck in both chambers, and what a weird time it is for the legislative branch. Show Notes:

The Independent UK

Netanyahu pushes back planned trip to US after Lindsey Graham’s funeral delayed

Israeli leader was due to attend the service for his ‘beloved friend’

The Times of India

Netanyahu delays US visit as Lindsey Graham's funeral is rescheduled: Key details

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu postponed his United States visit. This trip was planned to meet President Donald Trump soon. Trump urged Israel to withdraw forces from southern Syria and Lebanon. US-mediated talks between Israel and Lebanon resumed in Rome. Discussions focused on implementing a framework agreement for troop withdrawal.

International Business Times UK

Lindsey Graham Death Conspiracy: Trump Slams FBI Investigation After Ukraine Poison Claims

Donald Trump has moved to shut down conspiracy theories over Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death after a Ukraine trip, backing the medical examiner's finding of a heart‑related cause.

The Guardian - US

Democratic senator says Trump speech likely to be more ‘election denialism’ from ‘world’s most famous sore loser’ – as it happened

We’re now closing this blog. Please join us on our new live blog covering Donald Trump’s speech to the nation tonight.

International Business Times UK

Escort Claims Lindsey Graham Secretly Paid for Gay Encounters While Publicly Opposing LGBTQ Rights

A viral social media post alleges secret same-sex encounters by Senator Lindsey Graham, sparking debate over political hypocrisy and the ethics of sharing unverified claims online.

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