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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).

Operation Choke Point 2.0: SC credit union chief tied to feds’ effort to ‘de-bank’ certain industries

By Palmetto State News Service | Dec 17, 2024

A decade-old Obama administration “operation” aimed at de-banking certain industries is back in the news, as the incoming Trump administration has announced plans to investigate a second iteration of the so-called “Operation Choke Point.”

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

North Myrtle Beach man arrested for child sexual exploitation charges

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of George Conner Edd, a 19-year-old from North Myrtle Beach.

Governor appoints new nominee for SC transportation commission

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Dr. James Britt Blackwell as his at-large nominee for the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission.

Senn Brothers expands operations with $2.9M investment creating 19 jobs

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

Senn Brothers Produce, a family-owned produce distributor based in West Columbia, South Carolina, has announced plans to expand its operations with a new facility in Jasper County.

Caregiver charged with exploiting vulnerable adults in North Charleston

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Elisa R. Niles, a 42-year-old caregiver from North Charleston.

Boeing announces $1 billion expansion creating jobs at Charleston facility

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

Boeing has announced plans to expand its operations in Charleston County, South Carolina.

Florence County man arrested on multiple charges related to child exploitation

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Maston Arthur Williams, a 25-year-old resident of Johnsonville, South Carolina.

Alan Wilson urges Senate confirmation for FBI nominee Kash Patel

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with representatives from 23 other states, has urged the U.S. Senate to confirm Kash Patel as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Republican governors back Trump's immigration policies under McMaster's leadership

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster, serving as the policy chair of the Republican Governors Association, has led a group of 25 Republican governors in a joint statement supporting President Donald Trump's immigration policies.