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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
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Edward Helmore

Lindsey Graham calls for physical and cognitive tests for Biden and Trump

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Senator Lindsey Graham speaks to reporters about a bill to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism, at the Capitol in Washington DC, on 20 June 2024. Photograph: J Scott Applewhite/AP

South Carolina senator Lindsey Graham added his voice on Sunday to a chorus calling for cognitive and physical evaluations for Joe Biden – but also called for the same for Donald Trump and others.

The Republican lawmaker recommended such tests for all future presidential nominees as well as those who may take over from a president or a nominee.

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