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Goose Creek Man Arrested on Criminal Solicitation of a Minor and Related Charges

By Palmetto State News | Mar 19, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Ryan Nicholas Langdon, 31, of Goose Creek, S.C., on six charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Investigators state Langdon solicited and traveled to meet a person he believed to be a minor for sex, encouraged them to produce child sexual abuse material, and sent sexually explicit material to a person he believed to be a minor.Langdon was arrested on March 18, 2024. He is charged with three counts of criminal solicitation of a minor, a felony offense punishable by up to 10 years...

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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces arrests in Orangeburg unlicensed care home case

By Palmetto State News | Mar 19, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Estelle A. Hutchinson and Tracy T. Wright, both of Orangeburg, SC, in connection with a case involving the neglect and mistreatment of vulnerable adults in an unlicensed Certified Residential Care Facility (CRCF). The arrests were the result of a joint investigation by the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (SCMFCU), the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety (ODPS), and the SCDHEC’s Bureau of Healthcare Quality.According to a statement by Attorney General Wilson, the investigation revealed that Hutchinson and...

Scott, Senate Republicans Lead Efforts to Grow American Agricultural Exports, Combat Growing Trade Deficit

By Palmetto State News | Mar 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and 21 of his Senate colleagues are leading efforts to address the record agriculture exports trade deficit and alarming decline in America’s international competitive advantage. In a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the senators expressed concern over the sharp decline in U.S. agricultural exports and the lack of progress in expanding market access and reducing trade barriers.“We expect trade to fluctuate in response to macroeconomic factors and market conditions,”...

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Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's Upcoming Public Engagements

By Palmetto State News | Mar 18, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have a busy schedule for the week of March 18, 2024.On Tuesday, March 19, Governor McMaster will provide an update on the USS Yorktown environmental remediation project at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant, SC, followed by a ceremonial bill signing for H. 3594, Constitutional Carry, at the State House in Columbia.Later in the week, on Thursday, March 21, Gov. McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will attend the All Kids Bike Program Reveal at John P. Thomas Elementary School in Columbia. Lt....

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Gov. Henry McMaster to Hold Press Conference at USS Yorktown

By Palmetto State News | Mar 18, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a press conference tomorrow, Tuesday, March 19, at 10:00 AM at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in Mount Pleasant, S.C. The conference will focus on providing an update on the USS Yorktown environmental remediation project. McMaster will be joined by key figures including S.C. Office of Resilience Chief Officer Ben Duncan, Department of Natural Resources Director Robert Boyles, Congresswoman Nancy Mace, members of the General Assembly, and other local leaders.The press conference aims to shed light on the...

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Senator Scott, Colleagues Introduce Landmark Legislation Strengthening American Healthcare

By Palmetto State News | Mar 18, 2024

On March 18, 2024, U.S. Senator Tim Scott and a group of colleagues introduced the Delivering Unified Access to Lifesaving Services (DUALS) Act of 2024, a significant piece of legislation aimed at improving healthcare options for approximately 12 million Americans jointly enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid, also known as dual eligibles.Senator Scott, a member of the Senate Duals Working Group, emphasized the importance of enhancing the connections between Medicare and Medicaid to ensure that dual eligibles receive streamlined access to high-quality healthcare. He stated,...

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Graham in Ukraine: Turning Foreign Aid into a Loan is a Winning Combination for America

By Palmetto State News | Mar 18, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement following a meeting in Ukraine with President Volodymyr Zelensky."I had a very productive visit with President Zelensky and other Ukrainian officials about the state of the war and what lies ahead," Senator Graham said."During my meeting with President Zelensky, I informed him that given the crisis at the United States’ southern border and our overwhelming debt, President Trump’s idea of turning aid from the United States into a no-interest, waivable loan is the most likely path...

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Sen. Scott and Colleagues Oppose EU Regulation Impacting U.S. Paper and Pulp Industry

By Palmetto State News | Mar 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, along with a group of bipartisan colleagues, has raised concerns over a regulation that could negatively affect American paper and pulp producers. In a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, Senator Scott expressed apprehensions regarding the European Union's Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR)."While we applaud the EU’s commitment towards reducing deforestation, the EUDR, as currently written, presents significant compliance issues due to its stringency and ambiguity," Senator Scott wrote in the letter. One specific concern...

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Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster’s Weekly Schedules for March 18, 2024

By Palmetto State News | Mar 18, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have a busy schedule lined up for the week of March 18, 2024.On Tuesday, March 19, Governor McMaster will be involved in two events. At 10:00 AM, he will be at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., to provide an update on the USS Yorktown environmental remediation project. Later that day, at 2:00 PM, he will hold a ceremonial bill signing for H. 3594, Constitutional Carry, at the State House in Columbia, S.C.Thursday, March 21 will see Governor McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster attending...

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South Carolina ranked ninth lowest in the U.S. for average income in 2021

By Palmetto State News | Mar 16, 2024

South Carolina ranked ninth lowest for average annual earnings per resident among U.S. states, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Scott, Rubio, Salazar Call on White House to Designate Tren De Aragua as a Transnational Criminal Organization

By Palmetto State News | Mar 15, 2024

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott joined Senator Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and U.S. Representative María Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.-27) in urging President Biden to formally designate Tren de Aragua—a notorious Venezuelan gang, now found in the U.S. – as a Transnational Criminal Organization (TCO). Tren de Aragua is a brutal criminal organization that originated in Venezuela’s prisons and has extended throughout the Western Hemisphere. This transnational criminal structure has spearheaded murders, bribery schemes, drug-trafficking, kidnappings, ransoms, arms trafficking, and money...

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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Expresses Concern Over Fulton County Legal Proceedings

By Palmetto State News | Mar 15, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) expressed his concerns regarding the legal proceedings in Fulton County, Georgia, in a recent statement.Graham criticized the ruling, stating, “This ruling is nonsensical. When it comes to the prosecution of President Trump and others in Fulton County, Georgia, politics hangs heavy in the air."He further commented on the situation involving Fulton County DA Willis, saying, “The charges brought by Fulton County DA Willis and the bizarre decision by the judge not to remove her for an obvious appearance of...

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Senator Scott Urges Senate Leadership to Relieve American Farmers

By Palmetto State News | Mar 15, 2024

Senator Tim Scott and 15 of his Senate colleagues are urging Senate leadership to take immediate action to alleviate the financial burden on American farmers caused by rising labor costs. In a letter led by Senator Mike Crapo, the senators emphasized the need to freeze the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) to prevent further strain on agricultural producers."The increasing cost of labor for agriculture producers is unsustainable," stated the senators in their letter. They highlighted the significant impact of AEWR increases on farms nationwide, with the national average...

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Graham, Britt Introduce Laken Riley Act

By Palmetto State News | Mar 14, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Katie Britt (R-Alabama) have jointly introduced the Laken Riley Act, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing issues related to illegal immigration and law enforcement. The initiative comes in response to the tragic case of Laken Riley, whose alleged murderer entered the country illegally and was subsequently released after being arrested for another crime.The proposed legislation seeks to close existing loopholes in the law by mandating that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detain illegal...

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Senators Scott, Britt, Budd Introduce Laken Riley Act, Call for Immediate Action to Save American Lives

By Palmetto State News | Mar 13, 2024

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott, along with Senators Katie Britt and Ted Budd, have introduced the Laken Riley Act, aimed at ensuring the safety of America's streets from illegal immigrants who have committed crimes. Senator Scott expressed his frustration with the Biden administration, stating, "Laken Riley’s murder – by an illegal immigrant who was twice arrested and twice released onto our streets – is the result of an absolute failure by the Biden administration."The legislation requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest illegal immigrants...

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Attorney General Alan Wilson Urges U.S. Senate to Pass Laken Riley Act

By Palmetto State News | Mar 13, 2024

Attorney General Alan Wilson is spearheading a coalition of 26 states urging the United States Senate to swiftly pass the Laken Riley Act. Wilson emphasized the urgency of the situation by stating, “Every state is a border state with Joe Biden as president,” pointing to the pressing issue of illegal immigration and its consequences for American citizens.The Laken Riley Act, also known as H.R. 7511, mandates the detention of any illegal alien involved in larceny, burglary, theft, or shoplifting offenses. This legislation received bipartisan support in the U.S. House of...

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Graham Announces Billions in Funding for Savannah River Site, SC Guard, and Surrounding Region in First FY 2024 Spending Package

By Palmetto State News | Mar 12, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has unveiled significant funding allocations for various projects in the Savannah River Site, the South Carolina Army National Guard, and the surrounding region. These funding decisions are part of the first Fiscal Year 2024 spending package and were championed by Senator Graham in his capacity as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee.The Savannah River Site will benefit from several key investments, including the continuation of the Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility construction with a...

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Senator Scott Calls for Action on Housing Legislation

By Palmetto State News | Mar 12, 2024

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) urged for immediate action on housing legislation during a Senate Banking Committee hearing. Senator Scott emphasized the need for comprehensive solutions to address challenges faced by Americans in achieving homeownership, particularly under the current administration's policies.Senator Scott highlighted the impact of factors like inflation, high interest rates, and regulations on homeownership affordability. He advocated for new approaches to federal housing policy, such as his ROAD to Housing Act, which aims to reform...

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Walterboro Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

By Palmetto State News | Mar 12, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Brandon Mark Pierson, 38, of Walterboro, S.C., on 16 charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Pierson was apprehended by Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators from the Colleton County Sheriff's Office, with assistance from the Attorney General's Office.The arrest of Pierson came following a CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which led the investigators to him. According to the investigators, Pierson was...

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Senator Scott Champions Legislation to Keep America Safe, Stop Progressives From Harboring and Abetting Illegal Immigrants

By Palmetto State News | Mar 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, alongside Senator Thom Tillis, has introduced two crucial bills aimed at combating sanctuary cities and ensuring the safety of American communities. The Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act and the Immigration Detainer Enforcement Act come in the wake of tragic events like the brutal murder of Laken Riley by an illegal immigrant, Jose Ibarra. Senator Scott emphasized the importance of these bills, stating, “President Biden’s open border policies, combined with Democrat-run sanctuary cities, are putting Americans’ lives at risk.”Senator...