India, July 12 -- US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump, has passed away due to an unexpected illness, as reported by his office in the early hours of Sunday. He had recently celebrated his 71st birthday.

Graham's passing is expected to create significant ripples throughout Washington and the Republican Party. He had been serving in the Senate since 2003, representing the state of South Carolina.

"On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness," his office stated in a statement. "Senator Graham's family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period."

Graham, a retired colonel from the air force reserv...