Politics Polymarket July 31, 2026
Trump eulogizes Lindsey Graham as 'tough cookie'
What will Trump say during tribute to Lindsey Graham?
Polymarket prices this Tough Cookie at 100%.
Donald Trump delivered a tribute to Lindsey Graham in the Washington National Cathedral, describing him as a 'tough cookie' and recalling an epic prank he pulled. The decisive moment came when Trump shared a personal anecdote about Graham, highlighting their close relationship. The crowd had overwhelmingly favored 'Tough Cookie' at 100%, but the market's confidence had waned slightly over the past 24 hours, with a +65.5 pts in the odds. In the end, the money was rewarded for its faith in Trump's words. The tribute was part of a series of events held to honor Graham's life and legacy.
Background
Lindsey Graham's funeral services were held in Washington and South Carolina, with a special ceremony at the Capitol and a funeral service at the National Cathedral. Trump's eulogy was one of several tributes paid to Graham, a senator from South Carolina and a close friend of the former president.
What the coverage agrees on
- Lindsey Graham's funeral services were held in Washington and South Carolina.
- Donald Trump delivered a tribute to Lindsey Graham in the Washington National Cathedral.
- Trump described Graham as a 'tough cookie' and recalled an epic prank he pulled.
- The tribute was part of a series of events held to honor Graham's life and legacy.
How outlets frame it
- The Independent: Trump's eulogy was a heartfelt tribute to Graham's life and legacy, with a focus on their close relationship.
- Time Magazine: The tribute was a fitting tribute to Graham's life and legacy, with a focus on his dedication to public service.
What to watch
The aftermath of the tribute will focus on the continued remembrance of Lindsey Graham's life and legacy, with a second service planned for Wednesday in his native South Carolina.
The numbers behind this
Polymarket prices this Tough Cookie at 100%.
24h +65.5 pts
$316K traded · $262K in the last day · $48.5K resting liquidity · $100K open interest
Resolves on: Trump is scheduled to deliver a tribute to Lindsey Graham in the Washington National Cathedral on July 28, 2026 at 2 PM ET (https://wng.org/sift/graham-funeral-1784738206). This market will resolve to "Yes" if Trump says the listed term during the tribute scheduled for July 28, 2026. Otherwise, the market will resolve to "No". This market is explicitly about Trump's tribute to Lindsey Graham in the Washington National Cathedral, scheduled for July 28, 2026. Speeches, events, or comments that occur outside of the named, scheduled event will not qualify toward this market's resolution. If this event is definitively cancelled, or otherwise is not aired by July 29, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, "-No…
Pricing Polymarket 100%
Sources
- Trump eulogizes Lindsey Graham as ‘tough cookie’ and recalls epic prank he pulled independent.co.uk
- Trump Pays Tribute to Lindsey Graham: ‘He Died Doing the Work He Was Born to Do’ time.com
- Donald Trump: Lindsey Graham could unite Republicans and Democrats like few others jpost.com
- At memorial service, Trump calls Lindsey Graham a Senate giant that he will miss postandcourier.com
- Trump gives out Lindsey Graham’s personal phone ‘number of 20 years’ at his funeral — reprising famous political spat nypost.com
Frequently asked questions
What will Trump say during tribute to Lindsey Graham?
Polymarket prices this Tough Cookie at 100%.
What do the sources agree on?
Lindsey Graham's funeral services were held in Washington and South Carolina. Donald Trump delivered a tribute to Lindsey Graham in the Washington National Cathedral. Trump described Graham as a 'tough cookie' and recalled an epic prank he pulled. The tribute was part of a series of events held to honor Graham's life and legacy.
When does this market resolve?
This market resolves on: Trump is scheduled to deliver a tribute to Lindsey Graham in the Washington National Cathedral on July 28, 2026 at 2 PM ET (https://wng.org/sift/graham-funeral-1784738206). This market will resolve to "Yes" if Trump says the listed term during the tribute scheduled for July 28, 2026. Otherwise, the market will resolve to "No". This market is explicitly about Trump's tribute to Lindsey Graham in the Washington National Cathedral, scheduled for July 28, 2026. Speeches, events, or comments that occur outside of the named, scheduled event will not qualify toward this market's resolution. If this event is definitively cancelled, or otherwise is not aired by July 29, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, "-No…
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