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What did the D.C. medical examiner say about Senator Lindsey Graham's cause of death?
Learning what killed Lindsey Graham. I'm Roger Stern, Fox News. The medical examiner's office in D.C. says its preliminary findings indicate that U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died from an aorta rupture stemming from a hardening of the arteries. He was 71. Eight deaths shocked the nation and President Trump, who called Graham a friend. Fox's Alex Hogan reporting from the White House.
Flags here at the White House have been lowered to half-staff and President Trump posted on Truth Social saying to honor the life of Senator Lindsey Graham, he is ordering that all American flags across the country be lowered to half-staff until Saturday. President Trump also says he spoke to Senator Lindsey Graham just last night. The senator's office shared the news early this morning of his deaths, presiding a brief and sudden illness. The Wall Street Journal reporting that emergency responders were dispatched to Graham's home last night and performed CPR on an individual suffering from cardiac arrest.
How did the White House and President Trump respond to Lindsey Graham's passing?
Fox's Chad Pergram in D.C. reports on what members of Congress are saying about Senator Graham's passing.
Several said it was Graham's wit which made him effective, even during epic political and policy battles. Republican South Carolina Representative Russell Fry noted that it was the tenacity of Graham which saved the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh in the fall of 2018. Christine Blasey Ford accused Kavanaugh of sexual assault.
One of the most authentically funny people that you'll meet. I mean, this is the man who resurrected the career of Kavanaugh and put him on the Supreme Court.
Now, Fry is one name mentioned as a possible Graham successor. GOP South Carolina Representative Joe Wilson says he will stay in the House protecting the slim Republican majority.
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What are lawmakers saying about Lindsey Graham’s legacy and potential successors?
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Senator Mitch McConnell says it was a fall that led to his hospitalization last month, ending weeks of speculation about his health. The 84-year-old Republican from Kentucky says he also developed a mild case of pneumonia and is now recovering at a rehabilitation center while continuing to work on Senate business. Authorities in Thailand are investigating a deadly nightclub fire after flames swept through a packed pub in Bangkok just after midnight Monday. At least 27 people were killed as thick black smoke trapped patrons trying to escape. Thailand's prime minister says a musician reported seeing smoke coming from an electrical circuit breaker near the stage before the power failed and an explosion was heard.
The cause remains under investigation. In an interview with the New York Times, Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones rejects talking politics with his audience. Fox's Madison Scarpino with the story.
What other major national and international news stories are covered next?
The iconic Rolling Stones lead singer is saying he is much more concerned about making people feel good at his concerts. In part of an interview with the New York Times, the podcast host was asking Mick Jagger about singer Bruce Springsteen, who has repeatedly slammed President Trump during his latest tour. The host says Springsteen. Clearly sees his job as engaging in a meaningful back and forth with fans.
What did Mick Jagger tell the New York Times about politics, aging, and the Rolling Stones' future?
But he wants them to leave concerts feeling like it was worth it. Also telling the New York Times about the new Rolling Stones album. He talked about his life, fame, aging. And at 82 years old, Mick Jagger said he knows that any performance could be his last. But he wants to keep on doing it. And he does hope that there will be another Rolling Stones tour soon.
Two years ago, Jagger criticized Louisa and Governor Jeff Laundrie's conservative policies, joking the governor was trying to take us back to the Stone Age. I'm Roger Stern, and this is Fox News.
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Chapters
5 chapters
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What did the D.C. medical examiner say about Senator Lindsey Graham's cause of death?
0:03–1:01
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How did the White House and President Trump respond to Lindsey Graham's passing?
1:01–2:07
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What are lawmakers saying about Lindsey Graham’s legacy and potential successors?
2:07–3:15
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What other major national and international news stories are covered next?
3:15–3:38
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What did Mick Jagger tell the New York Times about politics, aging, and the Rolling Stones' future?
3:38–4:12