Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who had held his Senate seat since 2003 and was seen as a war hawk and significant voice on defense and foreign policy, has died at the age of 71 from a “sudden illness.” NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin and Meet the Press Moderator Kristen Welker report on Graham’s rise in Congress, his relationship with President Donald Trump, and his views on the wars in Iran and between Russia and Ukraine.
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:14:56 GMT
Tonight lawmakers from both parties are remembering the life and legacy of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who died at the age of 71. There are new questions tonight about who will replace him in South Carolina, and growing scrutiny about fellow Republican Mitch McConnell’s health after a newly released statement and photo of the 84-year-old GOP senator. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:56:39 GMT
Sam Neill, the genre-spanning New Zealand actor best known for his starring role in the “Jurassic Park” movies, has died, his family said Monday.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:05:41 GMT
U.S. Central Command announced a new wave of strikes against Iran aimed at stopping the attack of commercial ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes come as Iran claims the Strait is closed, something U.S. officials dispute. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez has the latest from the Middle East.
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:29:25 GMT
McConnell, R-Ky., said he would return to the Senate but didn’t give a date.
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:40:34 GMT