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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 27, 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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May 27, 2026

Illegal immigrants who break our laws must be detained while they await deportation.

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Oct 14, 2025

I rise to oppose S. 2965. This bill would impair Treasury's ability to support an important ally in South America, a region this administration has rightly prioritized. Argentina has the third largest economy in Latin America and has been…

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Jul 21, 2025

We can all agree that updating aging infrastructure is a legitimate need, but when senior citizens can barely afford Formica countertops, it sends the wrong message to spend public money on luxury upgrades that feel more like they belong…

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Jun 30, 2025

The government should not restrict a party committee’s support for its own candidates.

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Jun 29, 2025

That streak will continue in 2026 when North Carolinians elect a conservative leader committed to advancing an agenda of opportunity, prosperity, and security.

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Jun 13, 2025

The Laffer Curve is right. ... It has always worked; I think it always will work.

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Jun 13, 2025

When have they been right? I don’t know either.

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Jun 13, 2025

Wrong then. Wrong Now.

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May 26, 2025

Alabama is a Republican stronghold, so the NRSC is confident voters will elect another Republican to continue representing them and championing President Trump’s agenda.

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Apr 8, 2025

John Cornyn is a leader who delivers on President Trump’s agenda and for the people of Texas in the U.S. Senate.

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Mar 11, 2025

The state has a proud tradition of electing common-sense Republicans—and will do so again in 2026!

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Mar 11, 2025

Has a proud tradition of electing common-sense Republicans—and will do so again in 2026!

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Feb 28, 2025

Our relatives have paid too high a price for us not to see discomfort as a motivating factor for our success.

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Feb 28, 2025

I could be a victim or I could be victorious, but I couldn't be both.

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Feb 28, 2025

That's called the American way, or at least it's supposed to be the American way.

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Feb 28, 2025

My goal is to set the kind of parameters that allows for $1 trillion of capital to be set free in disadvantaged communities in the next 10 years.

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Feb 28, 2025

If we are to overcome the obstacles in our way, it won't be red or blue. It won't be black or white. It will be green.

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Feb 28, 2025

Those two things, housing and small businesses, transform minority communities and disadvantaged communities all across America.

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Feb 28, 2025

To anyone who believes that opportunity ought not come with headwinds, I don't know where you live, but it ain't reality.

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Feb 17, 2025

The pursuit of political headlines over sound policies

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Feb 12, 2025

10% of the resources come from the federal government, and yet 80 to 90% of the rules that suppress performance come from Washington.

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Feb 5, 2025

Thank you, Coach. I will just simply say that although there are many, many people living in Alabama coming to the conclusion--it makes total sense to me. Alabama is a fine State. You guys produce national championships, and you know…

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