Influential US Senator Lindsey Graham has died suddenly at the age of 71, sending shockwaves through the Republican Party and casting doubt on the midterms in South Carolina. Once a staunch opponent turned loyal ally to Donald Trump, Mr Graham is being remembered for his quick wit, influence on Trump, and hawkish US foreign policy.

USSC Director of Research Jared Mondschein spoke with SBS News on what Lindsey Graham's death means for the future of the Republican Party in the Senate.