Palmetto State News

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined 22 other state attorneys general in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to hear a case challenging California's Proposition 12.

Lindsey Graham comments on Laken Riley Act signed by Trump

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina has issued a statement following the signing of the Laken Riley Act into law by President Donald Trump.

NFIB supports McMaster's plans for lawsuit reform and phasing out income tax

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster's recent State of the State Address has drawn attention for its focus on reforming the state's civil justice system and phasing out state income tax.

Scott and Cassidy lead effort to expand school choice with new legislative proposal

U.S. Senators Tim Scott and Bill Cassidy have reintroduced the Educational Choice for Children Act, a bill aimed at expanding educational opportunities for students through increased school choice.

Senators introduce bill targeting restrictions on birthright citizenship

U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham, Ted Cruz, and Katie Britt have introduced a bill aimed at restricting birthright citizenship in the United States.

Attorneys general urge Costco to end DEI policies over discrimination concerns

By Palmetto State News | Jan 28, 2025

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined forces with attorneys general from 18 other states, urging Costco to discontinue its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies.

Senator Graham comments on extradition in sextortion case linked to teen's death

By Palmetto State News | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham expressed his reaction following the extradition of a Nigerian man to the United States, who has been charged in connection with a sextortion scheme that led to the suicide of 17-year-old Gavin Guffey from Rock Hill,...

Senators introduce resolution for National School Choice Week

By Palmetto State News | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus and a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, along with Senate HELP Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy, are set to introduce a Senate...

Senator Tim Scott comments on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's confirmation

Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott, a member of the Senate Finance Committee, commented on the confirmation of Scott Bessent as U.S. Secretary of the Treasury.

Senator Scott advocates education savings accounts amid legal challenges

U.S. Senator Tim Scott and Dr. Mick Zais have expressed their views on the significance of Education Savings Accounts in an op-ed published in the Post and Courier.

Army Corps allocates funds for South Carolina water infrastructure projects

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has announced new funding allocations from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for several water infrastructure projects in South Carolina.

Governor McMaster outlines schedule for late January events

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have outlined their schedules for the week starting January 27, 2025.

Graham supports Bessent's confirmation as Treasury Secretary

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced his support for the confirmation of Scott Bessent as the new Secretary of the U.S. Department of Treasury.

South Carolina leaders attend Auschwitz liberation commemoration

By Palmetto State News | Jan 26, 2025

Governor Henry McMaster, Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster will participate in a significant event on Monday, January 27, 2025.

South Carolina releases weekly fruit and vegetable report

The South Carolina Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Report is a weekly publication by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture.

Fort Mill man charged with multiple counts related to child exploitation

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Wesley Keith Zimmer, a 30-year-old resident of Fort Mill, South Carolina.

Senator Graham supports Pete Hegseth's confirmation as Secretary of Defense

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham expressed his approval following the Senate's confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense.

South Carolina releases weekly livestock report excluding major holidays

The South Carolina Livestock Report is a weekly publication by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, overseen by Commissioner Hugh Weathers.

Governor McMaster to deliver 2025 State of the State Address

Governor Henry McMaster is set to deliver the 2025 State of the State Address at the South Carolina State House on Wednesday, January 29, at 7:00 PM.

SBA approves disaster loans following Governor McMaster's request