Lindsey Graham

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Lindsey O. Graham

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth July 9, 1955
Date of Death July 11, 2026 (Age: 71)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Lindsey Graham graduated from the University of South Carolina with degrees in psychology and law, marking the first in his family to attend college. He served in the military for over three decades, achieving the rank of Colonel and earning a Bronze Star Medal for service in Iraq and Afghanistan. Graham transitioned from a career in law to politics, serving in the state legislature before being elected to the U.S. Senate. He has held leadership roles in key Senate committees, showcasing his expertise in budget and judiciary matters.

Political Ideas

Lindsey Graham's political identity is marked by an unexpected blend of hawkish national security views with surprising bipartisan collaborations. His military background and hawkish stance on border security align with traditional conservative values, yet his willingness to work with Democrats on issues like climate change and tax reform reveals an ideologically agile approach. Graham's legislative record shows a calculated effort to protect regional industrial interests, particularly through his support for tax cuts and opposition to wasteful spending. His role in confirming conservative Supreme Court Justices highlights a strategic alignment with powerful factions, yet his criticism of the Tea Party's rigidity suggests a nuanced understanding of political dynamics.

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2026: U.S.A. Senate
ACTIVE

Election History

South Carolina Senate

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: André Bauer , Annie Andrews , Kasie Whitener , Lee Johnson , Paul Dans

South Carolina Senate Republican Primary

263,895 votes (56.80%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

1,369,137 votes (54.44%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Appropriations
Member
Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
Member
Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Member
Subcommittee on Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies
Member
Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development
Member
Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs
Chair
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Member
Budget
Chair
Environment and Public Works
Member
Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight
Member
Subcommittee on Clean Air, Climate, and Nuclear Innovation and Safety
Member
Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Member
Judiciary
Member
Subcommittee on Border Security and Immigration
Member
Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism
Member
Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights
Member
Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law
Member
2014: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

672,941 votes (54.27%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

1,076,534 votes (57.52%)

Win
2002: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

600,010 votes (54.40%)

Win
2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 2000

150,176 votes (67.80%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 1998

129,047 votes (99.70%)

Win
1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 1996

114,273 votes (60.30%)

Win
1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 1994

60.10% of vote

Win