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WATCH: Lindsey Graham Comes To Dianne Feinstein’s Defense

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Republican Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) has come to the defense of his Democratic colleague, Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), who is currently facing a multitude of health issues. The unexpected show of support from across party lines has caught the attention of political observers.

On Friday, while speaking on Fox News, Sen. Graham expressed his concern for Feinstein’s well-being, stating, “I’ve known Dianne Feinstein for a very long time. She is definitely hurting. I hope she gets better. But under our system, she got elected, and she will decide to step down if something happens where she can’t serve. California will replace her, so I’m not going to come on your show and question the abilities of my colleagues who got elected like I did.”

While expressing his concerns about certain policy issues, he acknowledged upholding the established democratic norms by allowing the system to run its course. Referring to the longstanding traditions in Congress, Sen. Graham stated, “My predecessor lived to be 100, and so all I can say is that we’ve been doing it the same way for a long time, and I wish them both well.”

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However, the senator did not shy away from expressing his frustration with some of the current challenges facing the nation. He emphasized the need for common-sense solutions and addressed pressing issues like immigration and fiscal responsibility.

Senator Graham stated, “I wish there was a test of common sense, and maybe half of us would be kicked out because it seems to me stupid to have a broken border and spend money like there’s no tomorrow. But that’s not going to happen either.”

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Concerns about Feinstein’s health emerged as she appeared frail and disoriented in her return. It was reported that she had experienced complications from shingles, including Ramsay Hunt syndrome, which caused facial paralysis and vision impairments. Additionally, she had an unreported case of encephalitis, a swelling of the brain, which can have lasting effects on memory, language, and overall well-being.

The recovery process for these conditions can vary in severity and duration, with older patients often facing more challenges. Even before these recent health issues, Feinstein had been dealing with substantial memory problems, raising questions about her mental capacity.

While Feinstein has been participating in committee hearings and voting, her absence for a significant period and her failure to acknowledge it have drawn criticism. Her continued insistence on not resigning has become a major political story, given her important role. While it remains to be seen how Senator Feinstein’s health concerns will impact her ability to serve, the coming days will undoubtedly be significant for her.

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