Trump says FBI is ‘wasting their time’ investigating Lindsey Graham’s death
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump dismissed conspiracy theories surrounding the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, stating the FBI is wasting time investigating the matter.
- The chief medical examiner reported Graham died from an aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, with toxicology results still pending.
- Trump, who was one of the last to speak with Graham, said he reviewed medical reports and was briefed by White House doctors, noting Graham had a family history of heart complications.
- FBI agents were seen investigating Graham's home, but sources indicate no new evidence suggests foul play, and the investigation is a precautionary measure.
- South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Graham’s sister, Darline Graham, to complete his Senate term, with her oath scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.