Senator Lindsey Graham, a notable personality from South Carolina, was commemorated during a memorial service held in Washington. He was known as a relentless advocate for his state and had notable influence globally.
President Trump delivered a eulogy for Graham. The event saw the presence of two of Graham’s significant international allies, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
Reported by Nick Schifrin
Nick Schifrin is the Foreign Affairs and Defense Correspondent for PBS NewsHour. He also hosts Compass Points from PBS News. Follow him @nickschifrin.
Contribution by Dan Sagalyn
Dan Sagalyn serves as the deputy senior producer of the PBS NewsHour for foreign affairs and defense. He is instrumental in developing and producing coverage on various military issues. Follow him @DanSagalyn.
Contribution by Zeba Warsi
Zeba Warsi is a foreign affairs producer based in Washington, DC. A graduate of Columbia Journalism School, she played a key role in the PBS NewsHour team’s coverage of the war in Gaza and Israel, earning a Peabody award in 2024. Follow her @Zebaism.
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