U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina released a statement following the death of Lou Holtz, the former University of South Carolina football coach.
“A giant tree has fallen with the passing of my good friend, Lou Holtz.
“There will be plenty of time to talk about his amazing wife, family, and accomplishments. As to this moment, I deeply believe that Lou Holtz is now in the hands of a loving God, and his pain is over.
“To his family, fans and friends – who number in the thousands – as we mourn, let us dedicate ourselves to celebrating a life well-lived.
“May God provide comfort to his family and friends.”
Senator Graham has served in the U.S. Senate since 2002 and represents South Carolina according to his official website. He currently leads as chairman of the Senate Budget Committee and focuses on national defense and fiscal responsibility. In June 2025, he released updated legislative text for a border-security funding bill while serving as committee chair as noted on his website.
