Washington remains under the shadow of the sudden death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham.
Although initial forensic estimates show that his death resulted from an aortic rupture, the result of severe atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, the delay in completing the final forensic report has caused intense public interest and new questions.
The case is developing into a political thriller, not because there is evidence of criminal activity, but because Graham was one of the most powerful figures on the American political scene.
His death came during a period of particularly heightened international tensions, while just a few hours earlier he had returned from an official mission to Ukraine.
According to information, he had scheduled political meetings and a television appearance, a fact that made the news of his death even more sudden.
The wait for the final report
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner of Washington announced from the first hours that preliminary findings show an aortic rupture due to advanced cardiovascular disease as the most likely cause of death.
However, as happens in high interest sudden deaths, the case is not considered fully closed until toxicological analyses and microscopic tissue examinations are completed.
This process can require several days or even weeks, but in the case of such a high profile political figure, every day of delay intensifies the interest of the media and the public.
Why questions were raised
The delay in issuing the final report became the occasion for intense discussion on social media.
Thousands of users demanded the immediate release of all results, arguing that only full transparency can curb speculation.
At the same time, certain politicians called for the process to be completed as soon as possible, not because they questioned the preliminary findings, but because Graham's public position makes the case particularly important for public trust in institutions.
What authorities say
To date, the competent authorities have not announced any evidence suggesting criminal activity or third party involvement.
On the contrary, they insist that initial forensic findings are consistent with natural death from a severe cardiovascular problem.
At the same time, unconfirmed claims circulating on the internet regarding assassination or foreign involvement are not accompanied by evidence.
A politician with immense influence
Lindsey Graham served in the Senate since 2003 and played a leading role in matters of national security, defense, and foreign policy.
Although initially a critic of Donald Trump during the 2016 election period, he subsequently developed into one of his closest political allies.
His strong presence in international developments, particularly regarding Ukraine, the Middle East, and American military operations, made his sudden death an object of global interest.
The final forensic report is expected to give the definitive scientific picture of the causes of death.
Until then, the case continues to be at the center of publicity, with eyes turned to the official announcements of the competent authorities.
The completion of toxicological tests is expected to confirm or supplement the preliminary findings, permanently closing one of the most talked about cases of recent days.
"I don't have time to die now"
A few hours before breathing his last, according to a report by Axios, he reportedly stated jokingly that "I don't have time to die now," as he still had to promote sanctions against Russia and "close" the issue of Iran.
It is worth noting, according to Russian philosopher Alexander Dugin, the senator's death was the result of an operation by Mossad with Donald Trump as the recipient, formulating the claim that the real message was: "You are next."
The American senator reportedly felt unwell a few hours before his death, yet chose not to seek immediate medical assistance.
According to the report, Lindsey Graham, shortly after the telephone communication he had with Trump, mentioned to another person that he was not feeling well.
One of the harshest critics of Russia
Lindsey Graham was historically one of the most ardent critics of Russia in the American political system.
His stance toward Russia, the Russian people, and Orthodoxy was consistently negative even from the period before the Russian military operation in Ukraine.
For example, Graham co signed a resolution condemning "Russian aggression" against Georgia, called for the shooting down of Russian aircraft in Syria, had publicly called for the removal of Vladimir Putin, supported the recognition of Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism, favored sanctions on countries buying Russian oil, among them India, and contributed to drafting a bill prohibiting transactions with Russian state banks.
The phrase that caused strong reactions
A stir had been caused by Lindsey Graham's statement during his meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in May 2023, when he had stated: "The Russians are dying. It's the best money we've ever spent."
That specific statement had caused strong reactions at the time, while being used extensively by Russian media outlets as an example of American policy toward Russia.
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