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Police Continue Investigation Following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Sudden Death

Authorities have provided additional information following the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, saying the investigation remains active but that there is no evidence at this time suggesting foul play. Law enforcement officials say federal assistance is being provided as a precaution while the medical examiner completes the final determination of the cause of death.

Emergency Response at Graham’s Home

Emergency personnel were dispatched to Graham’s Capitol Hill residence on the evening of July 11 after receiving a call reporting a possible cardiac emergency. According to police scanner audio reviewed by NBC News, first responders performed CPR before transporting the senator to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. He was 71 years old.

Officials said Graham had not publicly appeared to be experiencing serious health problems before the incident, and those close to him indicated his death came as a shock.

Preliminary Medical Findings

A preliminary examination by the medical examiner found that Graham died from an aortic dissection—a tear in the inner wall of the body’s main artery—associated with arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Officials have said additional toxicology and microscopic testing will be completed before a final report is issued, but the preliminary findings do not indicate a criminal act.

FBI Assistance Explained

After reports emerged that FBI agents were seen at Graham’s residence, speculation quickly spread online. However, law enforcement officials have stated that the FBI’s involvement does not mean investigators suspect foul play.

Authorities said the bureau is assisting local investigators out of an abundance of caution, while the Metropolitan Police Department continues to lead the death investigation. Officials have reported no new evidence suggesting the senator’s death resulted from criminal activity.

Officials Push Back on Online Speculation

Graham’s unexpected death generated numerous conspiracy theories on social media, with some posts falsely alleging assassination or foreign involvement.

News organizations and fact-checkers have reported that these claims are unsupported. Current evidence and the preliminary medical findings point to a natural medical emergency rather than a criminal act.

Leaders from both parties and allies around the world have continued to pay tribute to Graham’s decades of public service.

President Donald Trump described him as “one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known” and praised his dedication to the country. Other tributes came from congressional colleagues and international leaders who had worked with Graham on national security and foreign policy issues.

Investigation Remains Open

Police have emphasized that the investigation remains ongoing until the medical examiner issues a final report. At present, however, investigators say there is no evidence indicating foul play, and the preliminary medical findings are consistent with a sudden cardiovascular emergency.