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Lindsey Graham’s death will shake the Senate, and the November election. Here’s what comes next
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 12, 2026
· 6 min read
By Ethan Cohen, Alison Main, Lauren Fox, CNN
(CNN) — The sudden death of influential Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham will have implications for legislative business in the Senate – where Republicans slim margin is already under stress with the absence of Sen. Mitch McConnell – and the November e...
Key takeaway Lindsey Graham will have implications for legislative business in the Senate – where Republicans slim margin is already under stress with the absence of Sen.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The impact of Senator Lindsey Graham's death will be felt beyond South Carolina, with potential implications for the balance of power in the Senate and the November election. In El Paso , residents may be watching to see how this development affects key legislative issues, such as the budget reconciliation process and the SAVE America Act. As a border city, El Paso has a significant stake in federal policies related to immigration and voter ID laws, which could be influenced by the outcome of the special primary election in South Carolina. The city's own congressional delegation may need to navigate a shifting landscape in Washington, potentially affecting local priorities and initiatives. El Pasoans will be keeping a close eye on how the Senate's composition and legislative agenda evolve in the coming months, and what this means for the city's unique needs and concerns.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? By Ethan Cohen, Alison Main, Lauren Fox, CNN
(CNN) — The sudden death of influential Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham will have implications for legislative business in the Senate – where Republicans slim margin is already under stress with the absence of Sen. Mitch McConnell – and the November e...
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