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Myrtle Beach man sentenced for solicitation of a minor

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

By Palmetto State News | Dec 20, 2024

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Graham and Van Hollen propose sanctions against Turkey over Syrian conflict

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.

By Palmetto State News | Dec 20, 2024

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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.