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How did Lindsey Graham’s relationship with Donald Trump evolve?

Lindsey Graham was initially critical of Donald Trump but became one of his most vocal supporters after Trump took office, moving farther right on various issues. Known as a leading voice on defense and foreign affairs issues, advocating for continued U.S. support of Ukraine in the Russia-Ukraine War. He was also a stalwart hawk on Iran. Graham was also a key player in gaining passage of Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a key legislative initiative of Trump’s second term.