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Graham supports Rubio's nomination for Secretary of State

By Palmetto State News | Dec 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has issued a statement following his meeting with Marco Rubio, who has been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the next Secretary of State.

Senators introduce resolution marking December 2 as World Nuclear Energy Day

By Palmetto State News | Dec 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, along with Senators Jim Risch and Mark Warner, has introduced a resolution designating December 2, 2024, as World Nuclear Energy Day.

Magna expands operations with $200 million investment creating 200 jobs

By Palmetto State News | Dec 4, 2024

Magna International, a major player in the automotive supply sector, is set to expand its presence in South Carolina with significant investments and job creation.

Financial orgs joint letter to Sen. Graham: 'To say that consumers will benefit from the Durbin-Marshall bill is inaccurate'

By Palmetto State News | Dec 3, 2024

A group of financial organizations including the American Bankers Association, Electronic Payments Coalition, Consumer Bankers Association, and others, sent a joint letter to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and other members of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary in opposition of the proposed Credit Card Competition Act.

AFL announces $155M expansion creating over 150 jobs in Spartanburg

By Palmetto State News | Dec 3, 2024

AFL, a company specializing in fiber optic products and equipment, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing operations in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

Superior Wellness invests $11M for US HQ creating 35 jobs

By Palmetto State News | Dec 3, 2024

Superior Wellness, a company known for manufacturing and distributing premium hot tubs, has announced plans to establish its first U.S. operation in Orangeburg County, South Carolina.

State AGs urge Senate to confirm Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General

By Palmetto State News | Dec 3, 2024

Attorney General Alan Wilson of South Carolina, along with a coalition of 30 current and future state attorneys general, has called on the United States Senate to confirm Pam Bondi as the next United States Attorney General.

South Carolina's license tax revenue up 13.3% in Q2 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Palmetto State News | Dec 2, 2024

South Carolina collected $111 million in license taxes during the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

South Carolina governor's schedule highlights key events from Dec 2-5

By Palmetto State News | Dec 2, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have a busy schedule for the week of December 2, 2024.

Graham supports Pam Bondi's nomination for attorney general

By Palmetto State News | Dec 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina met with Pam Bondi, President Donald Trump's nominee for Attorney General.

Individual income tax revenue up 76.5% from previous quarter in South Carolina

By Palmetto State News | Dec 1, 2024

The second quarter of 2024 brought in $1.8 billion in individual income tax revenue for South Carolina, a 76.5% increase from the first quarter, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.