Lindsey Graham addresses Senate changes, drug enforcement actions, and campaign endorsements

Senator Lindsey Graham, US Senator for South Carolina - Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Lindsey Graham, US Senator for South Carolina - Official U.S. Senate headshot
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Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina, shared several updates on his Twitter account on September 2, 2025, addressing topics ranging from Senate colleagues’ decisions to national security and campaign endorsements.

In a post made at 18:09 UTC, Graham commented on the announcement by Senator Joni Ernst that she would not seek reelection. He wrote, “It is with great sadness and disappointment that I learned that @SenJoniErnst will not seek reelection. However, it’s a decision I understand and respect. Joni has so much to be proud of and she is one of the most effective voices in our country for a strong military and robust https://t.co/0LfZm2RlXf”.

Later that day at 22:04 UTC, Graham addressed recent actions against drug trafficking operations. He stated, “The sinking of this drug-laden ship is the ultimate — and most welcome — sign that we have a new sheriff in town. I am so pleased that President @realDonaldTrump and his team are treating drug cartels and narco-states like Venezuela as the dire national security threat to our https://t.co/a2NeGGjiBd”.

At 23:47 UTC on the same day, Graham expressed gratitude for an endorsement from Dr. Ben Carson regarding his own re-election campaign. In his words: “I am beyond honored to have Dr. Carson’s support for my re–election. He’s an unapologetic defender of life and one of the strongest voices for conservative causes in the country. He’s a very strong supporter of and close friend to President Trump and served him well as Secretary https://t.co/xYFN37sRIQ”.

Senator Lindsey Graham has been an active member of Congress since 2003, known for his involvement in defense policy and foreign affairs.



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