The DC Medical Examiner released preliminary examination findings after the Senator’s sudden death.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham passed away on Saturday night. He was 71 years old.
Audio of the 911 call revealed Lindsey Graham had chest pains before going into cardiac arrest at his DC home.
“The preliminary examination findings were: Aortic Dissection due to Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease,” Graham’s office said.
“The death certificate will be PENDING until all the toxicological and microscopic testing are finalized and at that point the death certificate will be updated to reflect the cause of death and appropriately classify the manner of death.”
BREAKING: An initial examination from the DC Medical Examiner’s Office has determined that Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) died as a result of “Aortic Dissection due to Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease”. In layman’s terms, this means a tear in the aorta caused by hardening &…
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The FBI is assisting with local authorities, however, Fox News reported that foul play is not suspected in Lindsey Graham’s death.
President Trump called Lindsey Graham one of the greatest people and senators he has ever known.
“Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, is dead! He was always working, and was a true American Patriot. Lindsey will be greatly missed!!! DETAILS AND ARRANGEMENTS TO FOLLOW. So sad!” Trump said early Sunday morning.
Later Sunday, President Trump ordered all American Flags lowered to half mast.
“In honor of the remarkable life and achievements of Senator Lindsey Graham, a dear friend of mine, and a truly great man, who achieved so much for our Country, and his beloved Home State of South Carolina, I am ordering all American Flags throughout the United States lowered to Half Mast until Saturday evening at 6 P.M. GOD BLESS YOU LINDSEY!” Trump said.
