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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham said this today on the confirmation that Al Qaeda mastermind, Osama Bin Laden, has been killed by American forces.

“I was pleased to receive a phone call from Vice President Biden informing me of the news that Osama Bin Laden had been killed by U.S. Forces.  I relayed to the Vice President my congratulations on this historic day.  Events such as this do not happen accidently and require great personal sacrifice and courage.  God bless those who put themselves in harm’s way to bring about this long-overdue day of justice. 

“With the death of Osama Bin Laden and impending trial of Khalid Sheik Mohammad, I hope the victims of 9/11 will receive some closure and believe justice is being served.  This day has been long-awaited by our nation and all those who reject terrorism.  This event by no means ends our fight against Al Qaeda, but it is a decisive moment helping create momentum for our cause throughout the world. 

“With the death of Osama Bin Laden, Al Qaeda will do everything possible to take revenge.  That’s why it is important we stay on the offensive and remain ever-vigilant in our fight against terrorism. 

“It should be clearly understood that there is no safe hiding spot for those who harm the American people.  Those who act against our nation will be relentlessly pursued and they will be brought to justice.  Today’s announcement has been a long time coming and like all Americans, I’m very glad justice has been served.”