Preliminary findings reveal Graham died of “aortic dissection”: Medical examiner

The Hill reports that Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) died Saturday at age 71 from an aortic dissection caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to preliminary findings from the D.C. Chief Medical Examiner's office released Sunday. The article notes the death certificate remains pending completion of toxicological and microscopic testing. This reporting aligns with corroboration from AP News, CBS News, Fox News, and NPR, all confirming the preliminary cause of death and the senator's age and party affiliation; AP News specifically notes Graham was a close Trump ally, adding relevant political context. The article is bylined and sourced directly from an official medical examiner's statement, reflecting solid journalistic practice, though the description provided lacks additional detail such as the timeline of his illness or surviving family members that might appear in the full article. Watch for the final death certificate completion and any statements from Graham's office or family regarding memorial services or succession proceedings.