Senator Lindsey Graham passed away on Sunday, just hours after speaking with former President Donald Trump. His death dealt a heavy hit 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, a split emerges among key groups while others argue the proposed changes do not go far enough. Critics suggest these holdouts are undermining vital protections.
Graham’s expected support had been crucial for the bill’s progress, his absence may leave the legislation in limbo. The unexpected vacancy could trap the Save America Act in legislative gridlock for weeks to come.