Possible cause of Sen. Lindsey Graham's death revealed
Sen. Lindsey Graham (photo: Getty Images)
Preliminary findings on the cause of death of Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham have been released in the United States, the Associated Press reports.
Likely cause of Lindsey Graham's death identified
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham likely died from an aortic dissection caused by atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
According to forensic experts, a ruptured aorta associated with cardiovascular disease is being considered the primary cause of the senator's death.
At the same time, a conclusion will be made after toxicological and microscopic examinations are completed.
Trump recalls their last conversation
US President Donald Trump reacted to the politician's death, saying that he regarded him as "a member of the family" and was deeply grieving the loss.
According to the White House chief, he last spoke with Graham on Saturday evening after his return from Ukraine. Trump noted that during the conversation, the senator "sounded a little bit tired, but perfect."
Final results are still pending
As the Associated Press notes, the investigation into the circumstances of the death is ongoing. Forensic experts are awaiting the results of additional examinations, after which the final cause of Lindsey Graham's death will be officially announced.
For now, the main version remains an aortic dissection associated with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
A few days before his death, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham visited Kyiv, where he held meetings with the Ukrainian leadership and made some statements regarding increased sanctions pressure on Russia, continued support for the Ukrainian army, and possible ways to end the war.
