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Iowa leaders shared their reactions in statements and on social media to the death of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, was visited Iowa many times as both a candidate for the 2016 GOP presidential nomination and to support his Republican colleagues from Iowa.

Gov. Kim Reynolds

“Sen. Lindsey Graham’s decades-long service in Washington D.C. is legendary, and he will be greatly missed. I’ll remember him fondly for his big personality and southern charm, but most importantly for his unwavering patriotic spirit. My prayers are with his family and friends.”

U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa

“I am stunned and deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend, Senator Lindsey Graham. The Senate has lost a bold leader whose influence will be felt for generations. Please join me in praying for his family and loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.”

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa

"Shocked to hear of my friend Sen Lindsey Graham’s passing I’ve worked alongside him in Judiciary & Budget Cmtes for decades and know how dedicated he was to the ppl of South Carolina and our country he loved so much Barbara & I are praying for his family friends & staff."

U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa

"It is with great sadness that I learned of the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham. He devoted his life to serving our nation, first as a veteran and then for over two decades in the U.S. Senate. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, staff, and South Carolina."