The late Senator Lindsey Graham received heartfelt tributes during a memorial service held in Washington. Known as a relentless advocate for South Carolina, his contributions extended to global affairs, earning him respect on an international scale.
President Trump delivered the eulogy, recognizing Graham’s dedication and influence. The service also hosted Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, both prominent international allies of Senator Graham.
This report is by Nick Schifrin, the PBS NewsHour’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Correspondent, who is also the host of Compass Points by PBS. Meanwhile, Dan Sagalyn, the deputy senior producer for foreign affairs and defense at PBS NewsHour, collaborates on various military topics, bringing them to the public’s attention.
Zeba Warsi, a foreign affairs producer based in Washington, D.C., contributes her expertise. A graduate from Columbia Journalism School with an M.A. in Political Journalism, Zeba was instrumental in PBS NewsHour’s award-winning coverage of the Gaza and Israel conflict in 2024.

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