Memorial services for Senator Lindsey Graham, who died earlier this month, will be held later this month on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 28 and 29, according to an announcement from Graham’s office over the weekend. The ceremonies will take place separately in Washington and South Carolina—in the state capital Columbia and in Pickens County, where Graham grew up and which was part of the district he represented for years.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to attend the memorial service in Washington. Netanyahu paid tribute to Graham on the day of his death, emphasizing that Graham understood that Israel’s security and America’s security are inseparable, and that he dedicated his life to defending America, strengthening the alliance, and standing firm for the free world. “Israel has lost one of its greatest friends. America has lost a distinguished patriot. I have lost a dear friend,” he said.
The Republican senator from South Carolina died at age 71 following a sudden and brief illness. Graham was a highly recognizable figure on the international stage and particularly in Israel, which he visited many times. He was considered one of the most prominent and determined voices in American politics for Israel’s security, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering support and strategic partnership. As recently as February 2026, he delivered remarks in Tel Aviv.