Remembering Sen. John McCain

Sen. John McCain has passed away at the age of 81, according to a statement from his office. Social media reactions began pouring in as soon as the news was announced. We are gathering those here.

Cindy McCain tweeted these statements about her husband.

I love my husband with all of my heart. God bless everyone who has cared for my husband along this journey. pic.twitter.com/v27sEbboii

— Cindy McCain (@cindymccain) August 24, 2018

The entire McCain family is overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from around the world. Thank you.

— Cindy McCain (@cindymccain) August 25, 2018

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) August 26, 2018

Sen. John McCain’s daughter, Meghan McCain, posted this message about her father.

I love you forever – my beloved father @SenJohnMcCain pic.twitter.com/Y50tVQvlVe

— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) August 26, 2018

Sen. Orrin Hatch posted this statement moments after the news was announced.

HATCH on the passing of his dear friend and colleague John McCain:

“Over a lifetime of selfless service, John came to embody the very pinnacle of American virtue..

The Senate—indeed, the nation—will miss the steady, guiding presence of a principled statesman.” #utpol pic.twitter.com/in4WAnyoaU

— Senator Hatch Office (@senorrinhatch) August 26, 2018

Gov. Gary Herbert posted this statement.

I am so grateful for Sen. John McCain’s undaunting leadership and service to our country. Jeanette and I send our heartfelt condolences to his family. https://t.co/NSVju9nQZ7

— Gov. Gary Herbert (@GovHerbert) August 26, 2018

Rep. John Curtis shared this.

As a solider, war hero, and public servant, Senator John McCain spent his life serving our country with honor. His bravery and sacrifice made the world a better place and his legacy will live on. Senator McCain is a giant of a man that will be missed deeply.

— Rep. John Curtis (@RepJohnCurtis) August 26, 2018

Rep. Chris Stewart shared this.

A patriot, war hero, true American and incredible Senator. John McCain lived a life full of courage with continued dedication to his country. My prayers are with the McCain family at this time.

— Rep. Chris Stewart (@RepChrisStewart) August 26, 2018

Rep. Mia Love sent this statement to KSL 5 TV.

“As an American, I am very grateful for the life, service and sacrifice of Senator John McCain. His brave fight as a prisoner of war, as a principled Senator and during his illness speak to his outstanding character. My family and I are sad to hear of his death and my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends tonight.”

Mitt Romney shared his thoughts here.

No man this century better exemplifies honor, patriotism, service,
sacrifice, and country first than Senator John McCain. His heroism
inspires, his life shapes our character. I am blessed and humbled by
our friendship.

— Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) August 24, 2018

Jenny Wilson wrote this on Twitter.

Americans will forever look to Senator John McCain's legacy as a symbol of true public service. Dignity, humility, and justice; a patriot in every sense of the word. My thoughts are with his family as our nation mourns.

— Jenny Wilson for UT (@JennyWilsonUT) August 26, 2018

President Donald Trump tweeted this.

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) August 26, 2018

Sen. Mike Lee tweeted this statement.

My statement on the passing of my colleague, @SenJohnMcCain, an American patriot pic.twitter.com/aToHJLJB5K

— Mike Lee (@SenMikeLee) August 26, 2018

Sen. Chuck Schumer to introduce a resolution to rename Russel Senate Office building after Sen. John McCain.

As you go through life, you meet few truly great people. John McCain was one of them. His dedication to his country and the military were unsurpassed, and maybe most of all, he was a truth teller – never afraid to speak truth to power in an era where that has become all too rare.

— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) August 26, 2018

The Senate, the United States, and the world are lesser places without John McCain.

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.

— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) August 26, 2018

Former President George W. Bush posted this to Instagram.

Some lives are so vivid, it is difficult to imagine them ended. Some voices are so vibrant, it is hard to think of them stilled. John McCain was a man of deep conviction and a patriot of the highest order. He was a public servant in the finest traditions of our country. And to me, he was a friend whom I’ll deeply miss. Laura and I send our heartfelt sympathies to Cindy and the entire McCain family, and our thanks to God for the life of John McCain.

A post shared by George W. Bush (@georgewbush) on Aug 25, 2018 at 6:08pm PDT

Former President Barack Obama posted this statement to Twitter.

Our statement on the passing of Senator John McCain: pic.twitter.com/3GBjNYxoj5

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 26, 2018

Former Vice President Joe Biden posted this.

John McCain was many things – a proud graduate of the Naval Academy, a Senate colleague, a political opponent.

But, to me, more than anything, John was a friend. He will be missed dearly. pic.twitter.com/AS8YsMLw3d

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) August 26, 2018