Trump at Lindsey Graham's Funeral: 'One of America's Greatest Patriots'

US President Donald Trump delivered a eulogy at Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral at the Washington National Cathedral. Trump blended emotional tributes with humorous stories, calling Graham 'one of America's greatest patriots' and sharing anecdotes about their friendship. Prime Minister Netanyahu and opposition leader Lapid attended the ceremony.

US President Donald Trump delivered a eulogy at the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham, held at the Washington National Cathedral. Trump's speech combined emotional tributes with humorous stories that characterized his close friend. He called Graham 'one of America's greatest patriots,' but also joked that 'he never saw a war he didn't like.' Trump recounted how early in the 2016 Republican primaries he published Graham's personal phone number, leading to many calls and the start of their friendship. He recalled other anecdotes, including a meeting with Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi and a question to the Dalai Lama about his ability to levitate. Trump spoke of Graham's love for golf, noting that only once did Graham and Annika Sörenstam manage to beat him and Gary Player. In closing, Trump said Graham 'never gave up' and 'was always ready to listen,' adding: 'We love you, Lindsey. God bless you.' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and opposition leader Yair Lapid attended the ceremony.