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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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Jun 10, 2026

This bill is about making sure our youth have the high-quality education they deserve to succeed in life and unlock their God-given potential.

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Jun 9, 2026

Literacy is one of the most valuable tools in life we can give students, but our nation is seeing a decline in reading outcomes.

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Jun 8, 2026

"Standing in Charleston, where Robert Smalls sailed himself from slavery to freedom, reminded all of us that the promise of America is not just a place, it is an idea, a story, and a people. The Faith and Politics Pilgrimage brought…

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Jun 7, 2026

“During my visit with Chief Brian Harris and the Catawba Nation leadership, I had the chance to hear more about the tribe’s community development projects, from infrastructure improvements to economic initiatives. Their work reflects the…

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Jun 6, 2026

…That is why last month I along with several of my Senate colleagues introduced the PREDICT Act to strengthen and expand wastewater surveillance.

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Jun 6, 2026

“Supporting women means ensuring they have real resources, real care, and real options,” said Sen. Scott.

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Jun 6, 2026

“The United States service academies shape the next generation of leaders dedicated to serving our great nation. I am honored to nominate these exceptional young men and women from South Carolina each year as they answer the call to…

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Jun 6, 2026

Bidenomics made prices go up. And paychecks have not kept pace.

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Jun 6, 2026

I am very proud to support her nomination without hesitation and am confident she will be an outstanding addition to the judiciary.

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Jun 6, 2026

"HBCUs have long been engines of opportunity, but for far too long, too many have been asked to do more with less."

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Jun 6, 2026

By utilizing these tools and monitoring the spread of disease early, public health officials can see an outbreak coming days or weeks before hospital admissions begin to rise and take steps to intervene in moments when time is truly of the…

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Jun 5, 2026

Millions of Americans still live in communities facing persistent poverty, lower incomes, and limited access to opportunity, and this program is designed to help change that by attracting long-term capital and creating jobs.

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Jun 5, 2026

The goal is simple: they want lower costs and more opportunities.

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Jun 5, 2026

With the program now made permanent and strengthened under the Working Families Tax Cuts, South Carolina’s designation process marks an important step in ensuring these investments continue reaching the communities that need them most and…

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Jun 4, 2026

The Federal Reserve plays a key role in bringing prices down and helping wages go up.

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Jun 4, 2026

It is necessary that Congress continues to put money back in the hands of everyday Americans, and that is why it is important – and I want to be clear here – that is why it is important that we confirm Kevin Warsh to be the Federal Reserve…

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Jun 4, 2026

The American people expect the Federal Reserve to stay focused on the economy, not politics.

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Jun 4, 2026

I’m grateful for the opportunity to see these projects firsthand and to discuss how federal support can continue to empower their efforts.

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Jun 4, 2026

It brings digital assets out of the shadows and into a system that is safer, fairer, and more transparent.

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Jun 2, 2026

The United States service academies shape the next generation of leaders dedicated to serving our great nation. I am honored to nominate these exceptional young men and women from South Carolina each year as they answer the call to service…

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Jun 2, 2026

For years, the digital frontier was trapped in a regulatory gray zone.

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Jun 1, 2026

The IGNITE for HBCU Excellence Act will help modernize campuses, expand research and workforce training opportunities, and ensure students are prepared to succeed in a 21st-century economy.

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May 31, 2026

The legislative process today gives us an opportunity to restore hope for so many people who want to just experience their version of the American Dream, which is so consistently homeownership.

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