Trump attends Graham funeral, meets Zelenskyy/Netanyahu; faces legal challenges

President Donald Trump delivered a eulogy for the late Senator Lindsey Graham at his funeral service held on July 28, 2026, at the Washington National Cathedral. Graham, who passed away unexpectedly on July 11 at 71, was remembered by Trump as a "great politician" and a "fixture of American politics" who was a force globally. The service was attended by numerous dignitaries, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Earlier in the day, President Trump engaged in separate meetings with both Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Zelenskyy. While specific details of the discussions were not immediately released, the gathering occurred amidst a backdrop of escalating geopolitical tensions, including a dissolved ceasefire with Iran, which has impacted global markets with rising gasoline prices.

These events unfold as President Trump navigates significant domestic political challenges. His administration is facing legal battles regarding an executive order on mail-in voting ahead of the November midterm elections, and public approval ratings have reportedly reached a new low.