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YourSun (Daily Sun)Published 10 hours ago

Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta rupture, medical examiner says

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has died after a brief illness. The South Carolina Republican was 71. Graham was known for advocating a strong U.S. foreign policy. He initially opposed Trump and ran against him…

YourSun (Daily Sun)Published 15 hours ago

Phillip Eugene Jones

Phillip Eugene Jones, 71, of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

YourSun (Daily Sun)Published 22 hours ago

Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after sudden illness

(The Center Square) – South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump’s strongest allies in the U.S. Senate and a former presidential candidate, died Saturday night after a brief illness, a statement from his office said. He was…

YourSun (Daily Sun)Published July 10

Earle J. Legge

Earle J. Legge of Sarasota, FL passed away of natural causes on Monday, June 29, 2026 in Sarasota.