With death of Lindsey Graham, Israel loses key backer as its isolation deepens
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By Washington Post
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In brief
Senator Lindsey Graham's passing marks a significant shift in American foreign policy toward Israel. Once a staunch defender of unconditional U.S. support, his absence weakens the bipartisan consensus that has traditionally backed Israeli interests. Under the Trump administration, this longstanding agreement faces unprecedented challenges as political divisions deepen and new voices reshape the nation's Middle Eastern strategy.
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With death of Lindsey Graham, Israel loses key backer as its isolation deepens
The senator represented a foreign policy consensus on U.S. support for Israel that has begun to collapse under President Donald Trump.
