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    Sen. Scott Urges President Biden to End Open Border Policy

    U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has joined Larry Kudlow on Fox Business to address the ongoing illegal immigration crisis. During the interview, Senator Scott emphasized that over a million people have crossed into the United States illegally since October 2023 and called on President Biden to enforce the law and secure the border.Senator Scott expressed concern over the high number of individuals being allowed into the country, stating, "85% of them at least let into our country. Why is that happening? It’s not because the president cannot act. Under President Trump, we...

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    Senator Scott Condemns Biden Administration's Policies at Senate Committee Hearing

    Senator Tim Scott, the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking Housing, and Urban Affairs, criticized the Biden administration's foreign and domestic policy failures during a recent hearing with Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen. In his opening remarks, Senator Scott highlighted the negative impact of the administration's economic policies on American families, calling it a "crisis" that has made the American Dream less attainable.Speaking about the economy, Senator Scott pointed out that two-thirds of Americans do not have $1,000 in their savings accounts,...

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    Senator Scott Fights to Protect Funding for Pregnancy Centers

    WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has introduced the Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act in an effort to safeguard the use of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds for pregnancy centers. This move comes in response to a proposed rule issued by the Biden administration on October 2, 2023, which could potentially restrict states from utilizing TANF funding for pregnancy centers. Companion legislation has been introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Michelle Fischbach (R-Minn.), and it has already passed the House by...

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    Sen Scott Urges President Biden to Take Action on Illegal Immigration Crisis

    U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has expressed concern over the Biden administration's open border policy and the recently released border "deal" that would only worsen the illegal immigration crisis. In an interview on Fox News' Fox and Friends, Senator Scott emphasized the need for President Biden to reinstate successful border security policies and enforce current U.S. immigration laws.Regarding the Senate border deal, Senator Scott stated, "This deal is just too short. It doesn't get to the finish line, and more importantly, President Biden right now can get the job...

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    Senators Demand Ban on U.S. Aid to UNRWA Over Hamas Ties

    U.S. Senators Tim Scott, Pete Ricketts, and Jim Risch, along with 21 colleagues, have called for a ban on U.S. aid to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). In a letter addressed to Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, the senators demanded that any upcoming national security supplemental bill include "an immediate and permanent prohibition" on U.S. aid to UNRWA.The senators' demand comes in the wake of recent revelations that UNRWA staff were directly involved in the October 7th attack on...

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    Senator Scott Calls on Biden Administration to Protect Americans from Fraud

    U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, has called on the Biden administration to prioritize the protection of Americans from the growing threats of fraud impacting consumers. In a hearing, Senator Scott emphasized the need for financial regulators to focus on innovative solutions and increasing efforts to support financial education.Senator Scott expressed his concern about the devastating impact of financial scams, particularly on senior citizens. He highlighted the loss of retirement savings and...

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    Senator Scott Introduces COACHES Act to Expand Educator Tax Deduction

    WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has proposed a new bill called the Creating Opportunity for Athletic Coaches to Help Educate Students (COACHES) Act. This Act aims to amend the tax code to allow K-12 coaches to be classified as "eligible educators" so they can receive tax deductions for certain out-of-pocket instructional expenses.Senator Scott believes that coaches and athletic administrators play a crucial role in the success of students both inside and outside the classroom. He states, "Coaches and athletic administrators are integral to the success of...

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    Senators Scott, Cruz Introduce Bill to Cut Off U.S. Funding to the UN Until UNRWA is Abolished

    Washington D.C. - Senators Tim Scott and Ted Cruz have introduced a bill that seeks to cut off all U.S. funding to the United Nations until the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is permanently shut down. The senators argue that the agency has faced credible accusations of corruption, antisemitism, and support for terrorism, particularly in Gaza.Senator Tim Scott emphasized the need for policies that combat terrorism rather than promote it. He stated, "Not a single cent of American tax dollars should go toward the...

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    Senator Scott Bucks Biden’s Halt of American Energy Exports, Introduces Bill to Boost American Energy Independence, Dominance

    WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has introduced the Unlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act, a bill aimed at depoliticizing the export of American liquefied natural gas (LNG). The bill eliminates the requirement for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to authorize LNG exports and instead gives sole authority over the approval process to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Senator Scott's move comes in response to President Biden halting approvals of pending applications for LNG exports, a decision that has drawn criticism for its potential impact on...

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    Senator Scott Champions Effort to Protect Medicare Advantage Program

    U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and over 60 Senators have voiced their support for the Medicare Advantage (MA) program, which provides healthcare coverage to over 32 million seniors and individuals with disabilities. In a bipartisan letter, the senators expressed their appreciation for the program and urged the administration to ensure payment and policy stability for the MA program."We write to express our bipartisan support for the Medicare Advantage program and the health care coverage it provides to over 32 million seniors and individuals with disabilities," the...

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