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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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Sen. Scott Celebrated National School Choice Week, Championed Educational Freedom for Parents and Kids
During National School Choice Week, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus, emphasized the importance of educational freedom and expressed gratitude towards those who advocate for school choice. Senator Scott actively participated in various school choice initiatives, including hosting the annual School Choice Reception in the U.S. Capitol and engaging with charter school students in South Carolina.In his National School Choice Week resolution, Senator Scott highlighted the urgency of addressing the issue of inadequate...
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Senators Scott, Ricketts Call for Permanent Ban of U.S. UNRWA Funding Following News Staff was Involved in Hamas’s Oct. 7 Attack
U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) have called for the passage of the Stop Support for Hamas Act, which would impose a permanent ban on U.S. funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). This call comes following the announcement that UNRWA staff were involved in Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7th.Senator Scott, who has consistently advocated for ending U.S. funding of UNRWA due to its history of antisemitism, expressed his horror at the news. He stated, "Allegations that UNRWA staff...
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Senator Scott Slams Biden Administration for Folding to Special Interests, Radical Climate Agenda at the Expense of American Taxpayers
Washington, Jan 26 2024 - U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has criticized the Biden administration for giving in to special interests and pushing a radical climate agenda that will ultimately burden American taxpayers. Senator Scott, along with Senator Bill Cassidy and 24 other Republican colleagues, sent a letter to President Biden and Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm expressing their opposition to the administration's pause on all pending non-FTA export permit applications.The senators specifically highlighted their concerns regarding the impending...
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Senator Scott Pushes Local Solutions to Flood Insurance, Preparedness
U.S. Senator Tim Scott, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, is advocating for federal policies that encourage local, innovative solutions to flood preparedness and mitigation. Senator Scott, who has personal experience with severe floods in South Carolina, highlighted his legislation, the Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act, at a recent hearing on the reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).During the hearing, Senator Scott emphasized the need for comprehensive reform of the NFIP to ensure that...
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Senator Scott Welcomes School Choice Champions to U.S. Capitol During National School Choice Week
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus, hosted a gathering of school choice stakeholders at the United States Capitol on Thursday evening. The event, held in celebration of National School Choice Week, brought together over one hundred attendees, including students, parents, and leaders of the school choice movement.In his opening remarks, Senator Scott shared his personal experience growing up in poverty and the challenges his mother faced in finding the right school for him. He emphasized the importance of school...
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Senator Scott, Congressman Moolenaar Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Congressman John Moolenaar (R-Mich.) have introduced a resolution designating January 21 through January 27, 2024, as National School Choice Week. The resolution aims to address the issue of millions of children lacking access to quality education due to their zip code.Senator Scott stated, "It is unacceptable that today – in the United States of America – millions of kids who grew up just like I did still lack access to quality education simply because of their zip code. We cannot leave our kids’ education and the future...
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Senator Scott Kicks Off National School Choice Week at Orange Grove Charter School
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus, and South Carolina Education Superintendent Ellen Weaver visited Orange Grove Charter School's elementary campus to kick off National School Choice Week. The week-long event aims to highlight the importance of school choice and ensuring every child has access to a quality education.In his remarks, Senator Scott emphasized the significance of school choice in empowering parents and giving children the opportunity for a better future. He stated, "The importance of school choice cannot be...
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Senator Scott Rips Teachers Union-Allied Group for Weaponizing Race to Promote Anti-School Choice Agenda
Washington - U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus, criticized Truth in Education Funding, a group supported by the National Education Association (NEA), for their characterization of school choice programs as "deeply rooted in segregation, racism, and discrimination." This statement was made ahead of National School Choice Week, which begins on Monday.Senator Scott expressed his dismay, stating, "It's absolutely offensive that the very organizations holding back poor and low-income kids are now deflecting blame on the schools...
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Senator Tim Scott and Superintendent Ellen Weaver to Kick Off National School Choice Week with Visit to Orange Grove Charter School
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and South Carolina Education Superintendent Ellen Weaver will be visiting Orange Grove Charter School's elementary campus on Monday, January 22, 2024. This visit marks the beginning of National School Choice Week, a week-long event dedicated to promoting the importance of school choice and ensuring that every child has access to a quality education. The event will take place at Orange Grove Charter School located at 1225 Orange Branch Rd, Charleston, SC 29407.During their visit, Senator Tim Scott and Superintendent Ellen Weaver will tour...
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Senator Scott Demands Answers Following Reports of Political Targeting by Treasury Department and Financial Institutions
Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), the top Republican on the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, is demanding answers from the U.S. Department of Treasury and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) following reports of political targeting and infringement on Americans' privacy.In a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and FinCEN Director Andrea Gacki, Senator Scott expressed his concerns and requested answers regarding the Department of Treasury and FinCEN's involvement in the reported soliciting of personal financial data. He stated, "These...