Lindsey Graham's final legislative push moves forward as Washington says goodbye

Key Points:

• Sen. Lindsey Graham, who passed away at 71, is being honored with two memorial services in Washington, D.C., including one at the U.S. Capitol rotunda and a private funeral at the National Cathedral, before final services in South Carolina.
• World leaders such as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend the services, highlighting Graham’s impact on national security and foreign policy.
• Graham’s final legislative effort, a bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russia and Iran in response to the Ukraine war, is advancing in the Senate and has been renamed in his honor, with his sister, Sen. Darline Graham, playing a key role.
• Senate leaders are optimistic about overcoming procedural hurdles for the sanctions bill, which includes tariffs on Russian imports and sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet, though some lawmakers still have reservations.
• Colleagues remember Graham as deeply dedicated to public service, with his legacy tied closely to his work on national security, bipartisan cooperation, and his unwavering commitment to the country.