Graham's death triggers succession fight in South Carolina and debate over his legacy

The Straits Times—The sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham set off an immediate political scramble in South Carolina over who will fill his seat and a broader reckoning over his legacy. Graham reportedly shrugged off advice from those close to him to see a doctor before his death. Critics argued his defining act — reversing his opposition to Donald Trump — overshadowed decades of prior stances. South Carolina's governor will appoint a successor, setting up an expected contested special election.

• The Straits Times — South Carolina governor holds appointment power to fill Graham's seat; special election expected to follow
• The New Republic — Critics say Graham's defining act was endorsing Trump after years of harsh public criticism of him
• The New Yorker — The Remaking of Lindsey Graham
• The Atlantic — What Lindsey Graham Wanted
• NOTUS — NOTUS: Lindsey’s Legacy
• The Daily Beast — Multiple potential candidates already positioning for the Senate seat in South Carolina
• The Daily Beast — Graham reportedly ignored repeated advice from those close to him to seek medical attention before his death