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Graham, Tillis Introduce Bipartisan Protect And Serve Act
U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Thom Tillis, along with eight other Senators, have introduced the bipartisan Protect and Serve Act. The legislation aims to make knowingly causing or attempting to cause bodily injury to a law enforcement officer a federal crime.Senator Graham expressed his support for the bill, stating, “I’m very pleased to support Senator Tillis’ legislation to protect our men and women in blue.” Senator Tillis emphasized the importance of protecting law enforcement officers, calling them heroes who risk their lives daily to safeguard communities.The...
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Senators Call on Biden Administration to Protect Jewish Students from Anti-Semitic Mobs
U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Tom Cotton, along with 25 Senate Republicans, have sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, urging immediate action to protect Jewish students on college campuses from anti-Semitic mobs. The Senators emphasized the need for restoring order and ensuring the safety of Jewish students who have been targeted.In the letter, the Senators stated, "You need to take action to restore order and protect Jewish students on our college campuses. President Biden issued a statement on Sunday, purporting...
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Graham Votes In Favor Of House-Passed National Security Supplemental
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has shown his support for the House of Representatives-authored national security supplemental, which has passed through both the House and the U.S. Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support.Speaking on the Senate floor, Senator Graham expressed his satisfaction with the approved aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. He highlighted the significance of President Trump's role in converting portions of the aid into a loan, stating, "There is no doubt that President Trump’s support for turning portions of this aid...
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Graham, Scott Resolution Recognizing Lady Gamecocks National Championship Passes Senate
WASHINGTON – The United States Senate has passed a resolution sponsored by U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) commending the University of South Carolina (USC) women’s basketball team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletics Association Women’s Basketball National Championship. The USC women’s basketball team went undefeated for the entire season with a 38-0 record. This is the Lady Gamecock’s third national championship win."I’m glad to have worked with Senator Scott to pass a resolution honoring the Lady Gamecocks’...
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The Biden Administration Faces Accusations of Misusing Immigration Parole, Prompting Calls for Accountability
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham recently criticized Secretary Mayorkas and the Biden Administration for their handling of immigration parole, raising concerns about potential abuses of the system. In a statement, Senator Graham highlighted discrepancies in the administration's use of parole, particularly in the case of Jose Antonio Ibarra, who was granted entry into the United States despite being accused of a serious crime.During a previous inquiry, Senator Graham questioned Secretary Mayorkas about the criteria for granting immigration parole, emphasizing the...
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Graham Statement On Mayorkas Impeachment
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today expressed disappointment and frustration after Senate Democrats refused to consider articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.In a statement, Senator Graham highlighted his concerns, stating, "The policies of this administration, being carried out by Secretary Mayorkas, are illegal. The man charged with murdering Laken Riley was illegally released into the United States by the Department of Homeland Security."Graham further emphasized the need for...
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Senate Republicans Demand Schumer Hold Mayorkas Impeachment Trial
WASHINGTON – In a unified effort, 43 Republican Senators have demanded Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to hold a trial to consider the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas."Our brave men and women at Customs and Border Protection have worked tirelessly to make our nation safer, yet with 7.5 million encounters since President Biden took office, our southern border is a national security disaster. Encounters in fiscal year 2023 increased a startling 440% over fiscal year 2020. The border crisis under Secretary Mayorkas has become...
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Senator Lindsey Graham Pushes for National Minimum Standard on Abortion at Fifteen Weeks
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) emphasized that the pro-life movement is primarily concerned with the wellbeing of the unborn child rather than geographical considerations. Graham expressed his disagreement with President Trump's view that abortion should be a states' rights issue, stating, "Dobbs does not require that conclusion legally and the pro-life movement has always been about the wellbeing of the unborn child – not geography."He further highlighted the importance of recognizing the capabilities of a fetus at fifteen weeks, stating,...
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Graham and Britt Urge Senate Leadership to Schedule Classified Briefing on Terror Threats To U.S.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Katie Britt (R-Alabama) have called on Senate Leadership to schedule a classified briefing regarding the escalating terror threats to the United States. In their letter addressed to Majority Leader Senator Chuck Schumer and Minority Leader Senator Mitch McConnell, the Senators emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive discussion on the increasing dangers posed by radical Islamic terror groups, particularly highlighting ISIS-K, an extremist faction based primarily in Afghanistan.The Senators expressed...
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Lindsey Graham Mourns the Passing of Joe Lieberman
Washington – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) expressed his sorrow today following the news of former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman's passing. Graham, a longtime friend of Lieberman, shared heartfelt words in remembrance of the late senator from Connecticut."Just heard of my dear friend Joe Lieberman’s passing," Graham expressed, as he reflected on the news while leaving Israel. He added, "As I am just now leaving Israel, so many emotions. This is devastatingly sad."Graham highlighted the privilege he felt in having had the opportunity to travel the world...
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Graham, Gillibrand, Britt, Collins, Blumenthal, Ernst Introduce Resolution Calling For Investigation Into Oct. 7 Sexual Violence
U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham, Kirsten Gillibrand, Katie Britt, Susan Collins, Richard Blumenthal, and Joni Ernst have come together to introduce a Senate resolution urging the United Nations Security Council to investigate the acts of sexual violence and torture that occurred during and after the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. The Senators emphasized the importance of holding the perpetrators of these atrocities accountable.Senator Graham expressed his gratitude for the bipartisan effort, stating, "I appreciate my colleagues for joining in this bipartisan effort."...
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Graham Announces Highlights Of South Carolina Projects In The Second FY 2024 Spending Package
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today unveiled a series of initiatives set to benefit South Carolina as part of the second Fiscal Year 2024 spending package. The projects cover a wide range of sectors across the state and are aimed at enhancing various aspects of healthcare and education.Among the notable allocations, Aiken Technical College is slated to receive $1 million for the expansion of its nursing program, while AnMed Health in Anderson will see an infusion of $11.2 million directed towards its emergency department. Cherokee County has...
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Graham in Ukraine: Turning Foreign Aid into a Loan is a Winning Combination for America
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement following a meeting in Ukraine with President Volodymyr Zelensky."I had a very productive visit with President Zelensky and other Ukrainian officials about the state of the war and what lies ahead," Senator Graham said."During my meeting with President Zelensky, I informed him that given the crisis at the United States’ southern border and our overwhelming debt, President Trump’s idea of turning aid from the United States into a no-interest, waivable loan is the most likely path...
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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Expresses Concern Over Fulton County Legal Proceedings
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) expressed his concerns regarding the legal proceedings in Fulton County, Georgia, in a recent statement.Graham criticized the ruling, stating, “This ruling is nonsensical. When it comes to the prosecution of President Trump and others in Fulton County, Georgia, politics hangs heavy in the air."He further commented on the situation involving Fulton County DA Willis, saying, “The charges brought by Fulton County DA Willis and the bizarre decision by the judge not to remove her for an obvious appearance of...
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Graham, Britt Introduce Laken Riley Act
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Katie Britt (R-Alabama) have jointly introduced the Laken Riley Act, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing issues related to illegal immigration and law enforcement. The initiative comes in response to the tragic case of Laken Riley, whose alleged murderer entered the country illegally and was subsequently released after being arrested for another crime.The proposed legislation seeks to close existing loopholes in the law by mandating that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detain illegal...
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Graham Announces Billions in Funding for Savannah River Site, SC Guard, and Surrounding Region in First FY 2024 Spending Package
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has unveiled significant funding allocations for various projects in the Savannah River Site, the South Carolina Army National Guard, and the surrounding region. These funding decisions are part of the first Fiscal Year 2024 spending package and were championed by Senator Graham in his capacity as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee.The Savannah River Site will benefit from several key investments, including the continuation of the Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility construction with a...
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Graham Calls For Passage of Legislation to Protect Children Online, Hold Big Tech Accountable
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) took to the Senate floor last night to urge the immediate passage of legislation aimed at combating the sexual exploitation of children online and holding Big Tech companies accountable. Graham, along with a bipartisan group of senators, including Chuck Grassley, John Cornyn, Amy Klobuchar, Josh Hawley, and Dick Durbin, emphasized the urgency of addressing this critical issue."The sexual exploitation of children [on these social media platforms] is just mind-boggling," stated Senator Graham during his impassioned plea for...
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Graham Statement On Senator McConnell Stepping Down As Republican Leader
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today expressed his thoughts following U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell's announcement of stepping down as Senate Republican leader in November.“Senator McConnell’s announcement that he will not seek Republican leadership in the next Congress is truly a ‘passing of the torch’ moment for the U.S. Senate," said Senator Graham. He continued, “Senator McConnell will be remembered as one of the most effective leaders in the history of the U.S. Senate."Graham highlighted McConnell's impact on the judiciary, stating,...
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Senator Lindsey Graham Votes No on National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) announced today his decision to vote no on the National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024. In a statement, Senator Graham expressed his concerns about the bill and the need for a comprehensive solution to the border crisis.Senator Graham criticized the process leading up to the vote, stating, "This whole process has been a complete debacle. While I support the House-passed border security bill, they were unable to get any Democratic votes in the House, making it impossible to pick up 11 Democrats...
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Senator Lindsey Graham Opposes National Security Supplemental Package Without Border Security Provisions
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has announced his opposition to the national security supplemental package in the Senate. In a statement, Senator Graham expressed his concerns about the lack of provisions for border security."I will be voting no on cloture on the national security supplemental package minus the border security provisions because I believe we have not done all we can to secure our southern border," Senator Graham stated.He also shared his ideas for improving the border provisions and emphasized the importance of securing America's own...