A left-wing advocacy group has released a video featuring three men who claim they were paid for sex by Senator Lindsey Graham. The South Carolina Republican died in July. The New York Times has not confirmed the allegations.
The video was made public by progressive activists. It shows the three men describing encounters with Graham. No independent evidence has emerged to support their accounts.
Graham represented South Carolina in the Senate for more than two decades. He was a prominent voice on foreign policy and a close ally of several Republican presidents. He died in July at age 69.
The release comes amid heightened scrutiny of political advocacy videos. Such materials often spread quickly online before facts are verified. News organizations face pressure to address viral claims promptly.
The Times reported that it could not verify the men’s statements. The newspaper did not detail what steps it took to check the claims. It also did not say whether it sought comment from Graham’s estate.
Advocacy groups from across the political spectrum have increasingly used short videos to push allegations into public view. The format can reach large audiences within hours. It also makes verification difficult for journalists and the public.
Graham’s representatives could not be reached for comment. No lawsuit or formal complaint tied to the video has been reported. The activists behind the release have not provided additional documentation.
