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Lindsey Graham died suddenly Thursday, prompting tributes from across the political spectrum.  The medical examiner has released preliminary findings indicating Graham succumbed to an aortic dissection.  Simultaneously, Iran expanded attacks on Gulf states following intense strikes by the United States.

Tributes pour out for Lindsey Graham after sudden death: ‘Lost a bold leader’

Washington Examiner · Tier A6 outletsyesterday

Heartfelt grief and remembrance of a prominent figure.

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The Hillκ .34Δ .33Colleagues, leaders pay tribute to Lindsey Graham Axiosκ .30Δ .33Remembering tenacious, ubiquitous Lindsey Graham Middle East Eyeκ .25Δ .33US Senator Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief illness'

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

The Hill · Tier B5 outlets8h ago

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The Japan Timesκ .56Δ .70U.S. senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after sudden illness PBS NewsHourκ .33Δ .70Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after a 'brief and sudden illness,' his office says France24κ .27Δ .70Lindsey Graham likely died from aortic rupture, medical examiner says CBS Newsκ .23Δ .70Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after sudden illness | Special Report

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Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after intense US strikes

France24 · Tier B3 outlets9h ago

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Times of Israelκ .77Δ .67Iran attacks Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar with drones and missiles after US strikes Premium Timesκ .47Δ .67UPDATED: US strikes Iran again, Iran attacks Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, Kuwait

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