The Last Dignitary: Unpacking Lindsey Graham's Washington Legacy Lindsey Graham's death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from Washington, but beneath the praise lies a more complicated legacy – one that reflects both his own ambitions and the shifting sands of American politics.
His funeral ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda and subsequent service at the Washington National Cathedral drew a who's who of dignitaries, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Graham's relationships with those in power were a hallmark of his career. He cultivated ties with politicians across the aisle, earning him a seat at the table in Washington.