Why conspiracy theories adopted the US Republican senator’s demise so rapidly | DW News

The circumstances of Trump ally Lindsey Graham’s death are still being examined. But the online reaction has already turned geopolitical. Here’s what is known, what is not known, and why Russia is being discussed.

Chapters: 
00:00 Lindsey Graham dies at 71
00:37 DW’s Misha Komodovsky in Washington
01:45 Conspiracy theories spread online
02:18 Questions about possible Russian involvement
02:29 Misha Komodovsky: No verified evidence
02:53 Russia-Graham tensions explained
03:28 FBI, Capitol Police, White House response
03:40 Conclusion

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