Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham have been longtime colleagues in D.C. and McCain endorsed Graham’s bid for the presidency in 2015. (Photo by Andrejs Kovalovs, Latvian Foreign Ministry/Creative Commons)
News that Arizona Sen. John McCain is battling brain cancer brought reaction from the White House, former presidents, allies and past opponents.
Melania and I send our thoughts and prayers to Senator McCain, Cindy, and their entire family. pic.twitter.com/SO4XYgnyug
— President Trump (@POTUS) July 20, 2017
John McCain is an American hero & one of the bravest fighters I’ve ever known. Cancer doesn’t know what it’s up against. Give it hell, John.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 20, 2017
Statement regarding my father @SenJohnMcCain: pic.twitter.com/SMte9Hkwkq
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) July 20, 2017
Karen & I are praying for @SenJohnMcCain. Cancer picked on the wrong guy. John McCain is a fighter & he’ll win this fight too. God bless!
— Vice President Pence (@VP) July 20, 2017
As he’s shown his entire life, don’t bet against John McCain. Best wishes to him for a swift recovery.
— Bill Clinton (@billclinton) July 20, 2017
Former Pres. George H.W. Bush: John McCain “will meet this latest battle in his singular life of service with courage and determination.” pic.twitter.com/jWWXfPiCYM
— ABC News (@ABC) July 20, 2017
Just spoke to @SenJohnMcCain. Tough diagnosis, but even tougher man.
— Jeff Flake (@JeffFlake) July 20, 2017
John McCain is undoubtedly the toughest man in the US Senate. He is an American hero and has served our country like few ever will. (1/3)
— Doug Ducey (@dougducey) July 20, 2017
Lindsey Graham responds to news of John McCain’s brain cancer diagnosis.
“This disease has never had a more worthy opponent.” pic.twitter.com/4S6cssfJCv
— Matt Fuller (@MEPFuller) July 20, 2017
Thinking about a hero, my Chairman, my friend John McCain. Stay strong!
— Senator Tim Kaine (@timkaine) July 20, 2017
John McCain is as tough as they come. Thinking of John, Cindy, their wonderful children, & their whole family tonight.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) July 20, 2017
John McCain is a hero, one of the most respected senators and a friend. The hopes and prayers of the nation are with him and his family.
— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) July 20, 2017
.@SenJohnMcCain is a hero to our Conference and a hero to our country. pic.twitter.com/Ld2lQH1mMn
— Leader McConnell (@SenateMajLdr) July 20, 2017
.@SenJohnMcCain is a hero, a patriot and a fighter. I am privileged to call him a friend. Paul & I pray for his recovery and his family.
— Nancy Pelosi (@NancyPelosi) July 20, 2017
John McCain is one tough fighter – we know he’ll face this diagnosis with courage and strength. Our family… https://t.co/XXTUltNGey
— Sarah Palin (@SarahPalinUSA) July 20, 2017
Hang in there @SenJohnMcCain. You’re tough! You can beat this. Fight, fight, fight! I am proud to call you my friend.
— Gabrielle Giffords (@GabbyGiffords) July 20, 2017
.@SenJohnMcCain, you are a true fighter & I’ll be praying for you until you beat this. I know you will.
— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) July 20, 2017
John and I have been friends for 40 years. He’s gotten through so much difficulty with so much grace. He is strong – and he will beat this.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) July 20, 2017
.@SenJohnMcCain‘s patriotism and courage are vital to the nation. With the fearful news tonight, Ann and I pray for his recovery.
— Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) July 20, 2017
Joyce and I are praying for Senator McCain to make a strong and speedy recovery.
— Rep David Schweikert (@RepDavid) July 20, 2017
I have just learned about my friend John McCain’s diagnosis. I pray for him and his family tonight. He is an American hero.
— Rep. Trent Franks (@RepTrentFranks) July 20, 2017
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with @SenJohnMcCain and his family right now.
— Rep. Paul Gosar, DDS (@RepGosar) July 20, 2017
We’ve had our disagreements, but @SenJohnMcCain is an American hero & legendary Arizonan. I wish him the best in the difficult times ahead.
— Ruben Gallego (@RepRubenGallego) July 20, 2017
I am thinking about @SenJohnMcCain tonight, praying for him & his family. I know he has the strength to fight this.
— Ann Kirkpatrick (@Ann_Kirkpatrick) July 20, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with @SenJohnMcCain tonight, his wife @cindymccain and the entire family. Join me in saying a prayer for them.
— Jan Brewer (@GovBrewer) July 20, 2017
My statement on the news regarding @SenJohnMcCain — all of Phoenix is thinking of and praying for the entire McCain family tonight. pic.twitter.com/uKQIRyOrvz
— Greg Stanton (@MayorStanton) July 20, 2017
Thinking about @SenJohnMcCain and his family tonight. He is a fighter, and we are all with him in this fight.
— Kyrsten Sinema (@RepSinema) July 20, 2017
Prayers for my friend @SenJohnMcCain, @cindymccain, @MeghanMcCain & family. A fighter who can beat this! #PrayforMcCain https://t.co/S62aPbtpO9
— Sheriff Paul Babeu (@PaulBabeuAZ) July 20, 2017
My full statement on @SenJohnMcCain: pic.twitter.com/z3MVRreFAJ
— Martha McSally (@RepMcSally) July 20, 2017
Wishing Mr. McCain comfort and peace as he and his family cope with his diagnosis and treatment
— Dr. Kelli Ward (@kelliwardaz) July 20, 2017
Love him or hate him, today is a day to pray for him. Godspeed @SenJohnMcCain.
— Christine Jones (@cjones) July 20, 2017
Prayers for @SenJohnMcCain. A man who has truly dedicated his life to public service. pic.twitter.com/TdTdI3iHTe
— Phoenix Police (@phoenixpolice) July 20, 2017
Our prayers for healing are with you, @SenJohnMcCain, and with your family. May your fighting spirit see you through.
— Arizona Senate Dems (@AZSenateDems) July 20, 2017