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Article snippet: Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are rushing to offer their support after GOP Sen. MORE's (Ariz.) family announced he has decided to end medical treatment more than a year after being diagnosed with brain cancer. Several of McCain's Senate colleagues quickly took to social media to react to the announcement, offering their "thoughts and prayers" for the 81-year-old senator who has been absent from Washington since December. "Very sad to hear this morning’s update from the family of our dear friend. ... We are so fortunate to call him our friend and colleague. John, Cindy, and the entire McCain family are in our prayers at this incredibly difficult hour," Senate Majority Leader MORE (R-Ky.) said in a tweet. Members of the House, where McCain briefly served before becoming a senator, also weighed in, with House Speaker said in a tweet. Flake previously confronted Trump during a 2016 closed-door GOP caucus lunch because of the then-candidate's mocking of McCain. "One of the true honors of my life has been having @SenJohnMcCain as a friend & mentor. He’s a true American hero. His courage & indomitable spirit have inspired millions in America & across the globe. I humbly ask all Americans to pray for him & his loving family. Semper Fi John," GOP Sen. said in a tweet. GOP Sen. MORE (S.C.), a close friend and Senate ally of McCain's — recalled a CNN town hall the two senators did together. McCain was diagnosed in July 2017 with an aggressive form ... Link to the full article to read more