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Myrtle Beach man sentenced for solicitation of a minor

By Palmetto State News | Dec 20, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that Thomas Jarrod Hood has been sentenced to prison for Criminal Solicitation of a Minor.

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Graham and Van Hollen propose sanctions against Turkey over Syrian conflict

By Palmetto State News | Dec 20, 2024

U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Chris Van Hollen have introduced bipartisan sanctions legislation in response to military actions by Turkey or Turkish-backed groups in northern Syria.

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Attorney general addresses concerns over private sting operations targeting child predators

By Palmetto State News | Dec 20, 2024

Since assuming office, the Attorney General has prioritized efforts to hold child predators accountable.

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South Carolina man charged with exploiting vulnerable adult

By Palmetto State News | Dec 19, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Darryl J. Floyd, a 57-year-old resident of Laurens, South Carolina.

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Scott supports nominee Kelly Loeffler for SBA leadership

By Palmetto State News | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, a member of the Senate Small Business Committee, recently met with Kelly Loeffler, who has been nominated by President-elect Trump to head the U.S. Small Business Administration.

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Hilton Head man arrested on charges related to child exploitation

By Palmetto State News | Dec 18, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Justin Marquez-Murguia, a 23-year-old resident of Hilton Head, South Carolina.

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Wilson leads 23-state brief defending student free speech rights

By Palmetto State News | Dec 18, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has co-led a legal brief involving 23 states, which was filed with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

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Graham supports defense bill emphasizing troop benefits and local projects

By Palmetto State News | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham expressed approval after the Senate passed the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

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Senator Tim Scott supports fiscal year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act

By Palmetto State News | Dec 18, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) expressed his support for the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) after voting in favor of it.

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Senator Scott discusses defense priorities with nominee Pete Hegseth

By Palmetto State News | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina met with Pete Hegseth, the nominee for United States Secretary of Defense under President-elect Trump.

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States challenge Corporate Transparency Act's constitutionality in appeals court

By Palmetto State News | Dec 18, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has taken a leading role in a multi-state effort to challenge the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

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Mesa Land Services opens first operation with $1.3M investment creating 24 jobs

By Palmetto State News | Dec 17, 2024

Mesa Land Services, a company specializing in easement acquisition and title search solutions, is setting up its first operation in Charleston County.

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Wayne Brothers expands with $35.5M investment creating 170 jobs in Colleton County

By Palmetto State News | Dec 17, 2024

Wayne Brothers, a Design-Build specialty contractor, has announced plans to expand its operations in South Carolina with a new office and operations center in Colleton County.

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Senator Tim Scott discusses FBI future with nominee Kash Patel

By Palmetto State News | Dec 17, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina held a meeting with Kash Patel, who has been nominated by President-elect Trump to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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Senator Tim Scott discusses healthcare with HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr

By Palmetto State News | Dec 16, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, a member of the Senate Finance Committee, met with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has been nominated by President-elect Trump to lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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Gov. Henry McMaster's schedule includes Snow's Island celebration event

By Palmetto State News | Dec 16, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have a busy schedule for the week of December 16, 2024.

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Governor McMaster to attend press conference on Snow's Island protection

By Palmetto State News | Dec 15, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster has announced his schedule for Monday, December 16, 2024.

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South Carolina governor seeks federal disaster aid after November flooding

By Palmetto State News | Dec 13, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster has officially requested a Major Presidential Disaster Declaration to support recovery efforts in South Carolina following severe storms and flooding that occurred from November 6 to November 14, 2024.

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Rock Hill man charged with exploiting minors; faces up to 100 years

By Palmetto State News | Dec 13, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Elijah Demario Alexander, a 22-year-old resident of Rock Hill, South Carolina.

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Senator Graham warns of national security risks without urgent border action

By Palmetto State News | Dec 13, 2024

There are pressing national security concerns facing the United States, according to Senator Lindsey Graham.