George Washington University Hospital
Coverage of George Washington University Hospital in the Nexus archive.
- The aortic rupture that likely killed Lindsey Graham can be ‘a disaster brewing inside their chest’
South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death was attributed to aortic dissection, a severe condition causing sudden tears in the aorta's lining. The condition is often linked to high blood pressure and has high mortality rates, requiring immediate emergency intervention. Experts emphasized its potential to affect seemingly healthy individuals and the importance of recognizing sudden severe symptoms as medical emergencies.
- Force-feeding on the table for National Guard shooting suspect on hunger strike
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, charged with murdering a National Guard member near the White House in November 2025, is on a hunger strike while in federal custody. A federal judge is considering force-feeding measures if his health deteriorates further, as prosecutors and defense teams negotiate medical records access and trial logistics.
- Heart condition tied to Lindsey Graham's death can strike without warning — what to know
Sen. Lindsey Graham's death was caused by an aortic dissection linked to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The condition can strike suddenly and is fatal without immediate treatment.