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Tim Scott

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Tim Eugene Scott is an American politician and businessman currently serving as the junior United States senator from South Carolina, a position he has held since January 2, 2013. He is a member of the Republican Party and was previously a United States Representative from May 5, 2011, to January 2, 2013. Scott is known for his focus on issues such as economic opportunity, education reform, and community development. He has been a vocal advocate for updating infrastructure and addressing the needs of senior citizens in his state.

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May 31, 2023

To get Democrats and Republicans, 22, 22 on each side, to do something together is like Peter walking on the water these days, right? It is almost a miracle.

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May 31, 2023

In the last few months we have sanctioned hundreds, if not thousands, of Russian entities responsible for perpetuating the war in Ukraine.

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May 31, 2023

This, to me, seems like a testament to U.S. Government and in the dominance we can provide to the marketplace when we focus our attention on set targets.

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May 31, 2023

I think about my friend in Charleston, South Carolina, Dr. Alan Shao, whose son, Alan Shao II, 27 years old, lost his life to fentanyl just 2 months ago.

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May 31, 2023

The Chinese Communist Party is facilitating the flow of the deadly fentanyl into our Nation through the Mexican cartels, leading to 70,000 American deaths.

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May 31, 2023

Concerns about China's rising strength and aggression are certainly understandable. However, America can always outcompete China.

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May 31, 2023

Regrettably, under President Biden, America's economic strength has waned, and the Administration has led this country down a path of reckless spending.

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May 31, 2023

We must boost economic growth and competitiveness through a renewed commitment to free enterprise, free trade, rule of law, and international U.S. leadership.

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May 31, 2023

America needs to have strong leadership.

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May 31, 2023

You cannot secure your house with the doors wide open.

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May 30, 2023

America must send a clear message to the international community that this level of economic coercion is unacceptable and will be met with a swift and stern response.

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May 30, 2023

The PRC's action is an attempt to undermine the strong stance taken by the G7 against economic coercion.

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May 30, 2023

That's why I, along with Chairman Brown, introduced the FEND Off Fentanyl Act, which will target the illicit fentanyl supply chain.

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May 30, 2023

Advancing U.S. national security, economic security, and foreign policy are all vital to our domestic security here at home.

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May 30, 2023

To get Democrats and Republicans, 22, 22 on each side, to do something together is like Peter walking on the water these days, right? It is almost a miracle.

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May 30, 2023

In the last few months we have sanctioned hundreds, if not thousands, of Russian entities responsible for perpetuating the war in Ukraine.

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May 30, 2023

The Chinese Communist Party is facilitating the flow of the deadly fentanyl into our Nation through the Mexican cartels, leading to 70,000 American deaths.

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May 30, 2023

You cannot secure your house with the doors wide open.

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May 30, 2023

It is time we renew our commitment to the principles that made us the greatest Nation on God's green earth.

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May 30, 2023

Every day, there's news story after news story about our foreign adversaries searching for a foothold to expand their global reach.

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May 30, 2023

Concerns about China's rising strength and aggression are certainly understandable. However, America can always outcompete China.

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May 30, 2023

This, to me, seems like a testament to U.S. Government and in the dominance we can provide to the marketplace when we focus our attention on set targets.

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May 30, 2023

Regrettably, under President Biden, America's economic strength has waned, and the Administration has led this country down a path of reckless spending.

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May 30, 2023

America needs to have strong leadership.

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May 21, 2023

I choose freedom and hope and opportunity. Will you choose it with me?

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