Tim Scott actually said...

"I am concerned about this role that Russia plays in northern Syria and how it impacts all of our relationships and especially the relationship between us and Turkey."

"Syria is Russia's only remaining ally in the Arab world and it is clear to me that Putin and Russia are investing a great deal in Syria and the Assad regime's survival."

"Ties between Russia and Turkey, a member of NATO, appear to be growing and solidifying."

"Should we be concerned about Russia implementing its 'escalate to dominate' strategy in Syria and threatening the use of low-yield nuclear weapons to ensure the survival of the Assad regime?"