Lindsey Graham

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Lindsey O. Graham

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth July 9, 1955
Date of Death July 11, 2026 (Age: 71)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Lindsey Graham holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and a Juris Doctor, establishing a strong educational foundation. He spent nearly three decades in the U.S. Air Force, serving in various capacities, including as a judge advocate, and deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Graham transitioned to public service, holding positions in local government before being elected to the U.S. Senate. His extensive military background and legal expertise contribute to his qualifications.

Political Ideas

Lindsey Graham's political identity is marked by a blend of hawkish foreign policy and fiscal conservatism, yet he maintains an unexpected openness to bipartisan collaboration. His military background deeply informs his defense policies, advocating for robust defense spending while simultaneously engaging in surprising alliances on tax cuts. Graham's rhetorical style often juxtaposes staunch nationalism with a willingness to cross party lines, creating a conceptual tension that invites deeper inquiry into his strategic motivations.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. Senate
ACTIVE

Election History

South Carolina Senate

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: André Bauer , Annie Andrews , Darline Graham , Kasie Whitener , Lee Johnson , Paul Dans

South Carolina Senate Republican Primary

263,895 votes (56.80%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

1,369,137 votes (54.44%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Appropriations
Member
Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
Member
Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Member
Subcommittee on Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies
Member
Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development
Member
Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs
Chair
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Member
Budget
Chair
Environment and Public Works
Member
Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight
Member
Subcommittee on Clean Air, Climate, and Nuclear Innovation and Safety
Member
Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Member
Judiciary
Member
Subcommittee on Border Security and Immigration
Member
Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism
Member
Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights
Member
Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law
Member
2014: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

672,941 votes (54.27%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

1,076,534 votes (57.52%)

Win
2002: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from South Carolina

600,010 votes (54.40%)

Win
2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 2000

150,176 votes (67.80%)

Win
1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 1998

129,047 votes (99.70%)

Win
1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 1996

114,273 votes (60.30%)

Win
1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

South Carolina's 3rd congressional district election results, 1994

60.10% of vote

Win