Fox News: John McCain Dead at 81

RUSH TRANSCRIPT:

RAFFERTY: "This is a Fox News alert. Arizona senator John McCain we are just getting word, has died. McCain’s death coming shortly after it was revealed that he was no longer seeking treatment for his brain cancer. McCain diagnosed with brain cancer in July of last year. That tumor discovered during surgery to recover a blood clot. He was born August 29, 1926 in Panama, and U.S. Territory at the time. The son and grandson of naval officers. He volunteered for active combat duty. During 1967 his plane was shot down. He was captured and held a prisoner of war until 1973. For his service he earned the silver star, the bronze star, the purple heart, and the distinguished flying cross. After his release he then later served as senator from the state of Arizona. McCain ran for president for the first time in 2000, but lost a heated primary season. To former president George W. Bush. He secured the nomination in 2008 but lost the election to Barack Obama. Senator John McCain dead at the age of 81. Here is a look back at his life."