Senator Lindsey Graham passed away on Sunday, shortly after speaking with former President Donald Trump. The loss was labeled a "big blow" for the Save America Act, a sweeping veterans benefits package currently stalled in the House.
The bill now faces opposition from a tight-knit bloc of Trump-backed representatives. A handful of lawmakers are digging in their heels. Major veterans organizations remain divided, some strongly supporting the bill while others argue the proposed changes fall short of real reform. Critics suggest these holdouts are jeopardizing a critical bill.
Graham’s expected support had been crucial for the bill’s progress, its future now hangs in doubt. The unexpected vacancy could trap the Save America Act in legislative gridlock for weeks to come.