Pentagon Moves to Rename Joint Base Charleston in Honor of Lindsey Graham

The Pentagon will rename Joint Base Charleston to Joint Base Lindsey Graham after late Senator Lindsey Graham, with the Air Force secretary directing the process. The tribute reflects his decades of military service and advocacy for the base, which has secured hundreds of millions in federal funding, including Coast Guard upgrades. While praised by Graham’s allies, some local officials say the change should involve more input and suggest alternative tributes to honor Charleston’s military heritage.