Presidents, lawmakers laud McCain for devotion to country
Meghan McCain, daughter
I love you forever - my beloved father
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain)
Cindy McCain, wife
My heart is broken. I am so lucky to have lived the adventure of loving this incredible man for 38 years. He passed the way he lived, on his own terms, surrounded by the people he loved, in the the place he loved best.
— Cindy McCain (@cindymccain)
Donald Trump
My deepest sympathies and respect go out to the family of Senator John McCain. Our hearts and prayers are with you!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)
Melania Trump
Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy to the McCain Family. Thank you Senator McCain for your service to the nation.
— Melania Trump (@FLOTUS)
Jeff Flake
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel at John McCain’s passing. The world has lost a hero and a statesman. Cindy and the McCain family have lost a loving husband and father. I have lost a wonderful friend.
— Jeff Flake (@JeffFlake)
Mike Pence
Karen and I are praying for Senator John McCain, Cindy and their family this weekend. May God bless them all during this difficult time.
— Vice President Mike Pence (@VP)
Barack Obama
Our statement on the passing of Senator John McCain:
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama)
Mitch McConnell
Today, the nation mourns the loss of a great American patriot. My full statement on the passing of
— Leader McConnell (@SenateMajLdr)
Paul Ryan
John McCain personifies service to our country. The whole House is keeping John and his family in our prayers during this time.
— Paul Ryan (@SpeakerRyan)
Sarah Palin
Today we lost an American original. Sen. John McCain was a maverick and a fighter, never afraid to stand for his beliefs. John never took the easy path in life - and through sacrifice and suffering he inspired others to serve something greater than self.
— Sarah Palin (@SarahPalinUSA)
Joe Biden
John McCain was many things – a proud graduate of the Naval Academy, a Senate colleague, a political opponent.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden)
But, to me, more than anything, John was a friend. He will be missed dearly.
Hillary Clinton
. lived a life of service to his country, from his heroism in the Navy to 35 years in Congress. He was a tough politician, a trusted colleague, and there will simply never be another like him. My thoughts and prayers are with Cindy and his entire family.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton)
Bill Clinton
John McCain believed that every citizen has a responsibility to make something of the freedoms given by our Constitution, and from his heroic service in the Navy to his 35 years in Congress, he lived by his creed every day.
— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton)
Martha McSally
John McCain was one of Arizona’s greatest Senators, one of our country’s finest statesmen, and an American hero who risked his life to defend this great nation. He loved this state, and he loved this country.
— Martha McSally (@RepMcSally)
Raul Grijalva
Today, Arizona and the country lost a strong leader and man of great conviction. Sen. McCain was straightforward, passionate, and dedicated to the values of our country. My thoughts are with the McCain family during this difficult time. 1/2
— Raul M. Grijalva (@RepRaulGrijalva)
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Chuck Schumer
The Senate, the United States, and the world are lesser places without John McCain.
— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer)
Nothing will overcome the loss of Senator McCain, but so that generations remember him I will be introducing a resolution to rename the Russell building after him.
Nancy Pelosi
. was a leader & public servant of deep patriotism, outstanding bravery & undaunted spirit. Throughout his career, we all saw his integrity, humility, courage & grace. May it be a comfort to his family to know that so many around the world mourn with them.
— Nancy Pelosi (@NancyPelosi)

