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Graham calls for action after Iran's missile attack on Israel

By Palmetto State News | Oct 1, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) issued a statement following Iran's large-scale missile attack on Israel.

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Senators urge swift passage of disaster relief after Hurricane Helene

By Palmetto State News | Oct 1, 2024

U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) have written a letter to Senate leaders urging immediate action on disaster relief legislation following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The letter was addressed to Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Senate Appropriations Chair Patty Murray (D-Wash.), and Senate Appropriations Vice Chair Susan Collins (R-Maine).

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Senator Graham urges Congress action on hurricane relief, Israel defense aid

By Palmetto State News | Oct 1, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has called for Congress to reconvene to pass a supplemental aid package. This package aims to fund recovery efforts for Hurricane Helene and provide missile defense assistance to Israel following a significant attack by Iran.

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In South Carolina, 105 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

South Carolina registered 105 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Gov. Henry McMaster outlines weekly schedule amid hurricane recovery efforts

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have released their schedules for the week of September 30, 2024.

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Lawmakers criticize use of flawed study in LNG export halt

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Congressman August Pfluger (R-Texas) have issued a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm criticizing the Biden-Harris administration for basing its decision to halt liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports on what they call a flawed study. The Howarth study labeled LNG as "worse than coal," which influenced the administration's decision.

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Senators introduce resolution for Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) have introduced a resolution to designate September as Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Awareness Month.

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Federal disaster aid approved after Hurricane Helene in South Carolina

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster announced that South Carolina's request for an Expedited Major Presidential Disaster Declaration, submitted on September 28, has been approved. This declaration aims to provide federal aid to support state and local recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene. The initial list of counties approved for assistance is not final, with additional counties expected to be added as further damage assessments are completed.

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Governor McMaster to brief on Hurricane Helene response

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a media briefing today at 2:30 PM to provide updates on South Carolina's response to Hurricane Helene. The briefing will take place at the South Carolina Emergency Operations Center, located at 2779 Fish Hatchery Road in West Columbia.

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Senator Scott urges port workers to delay strike due to hurricane impact

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott has called on port workers to delay their planned strike in light of the ongoing aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The work stoppage is expected to begin tomorrow at ports on the East and Gulf Coasts.

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Attorney General Wilson launches new human trafficking task force

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the launch of the 1st Judicial Circuit Regional Human Trafficking Task Force at the Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office on September 30, 2024. This task force aims to coordinate anti-human trafficking efforts in Orangeburg, Calhoun, and Dorchester counties.

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Senator Tim Scott surveys Hurricane Helene damage in South Carolina's Upstate

By Palmetto State News | Sep 30, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) joined members of the South Carolina National Guard to examine the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in South Carolina’s Upstate.

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Gov. McMaster to hold briefings on Hurricane Helene response

By Palmetto State News | Sep 29, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster will conduct aerial damage assessments followed by media briefings in Aiken, S.C., and Greenville, S.C., to discuss the state's response to Hurricane Helene today, Sunday, September 29. The briefings will start at 2:30 PM.

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VA provides 3,293 home loans in South Carolina totaling $1.1 billion in Q2

By Palmetto State News | Sep 28, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 3,293 home loans totaling $1.1 billion in South Carolina during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Governor McMaster requests disaster declaration for Hurricane Helene

By Palmetto State News | Sep 28, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster has formally requested an Expedited Major Presidential Disaster Declaration to support state and local responses to Hurricane Helene. The declaration, if granted, would enable the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Individual Assistance Program to assist residents in several counties affected by the storm.

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Governor McMaster to hold briefing on Tropical Storm Helene

By Palmetto State News | Sep 27, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster will conduct a media briefing alongside state emergency management officials to provide an update on South Carolina's response to Tropical Storm Helene. The briefing is scheduled for today, Friday, September 27 at 2:00 PM.

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Senator Graham addresses the impact of Tropical Storm Helene

By Palmetto State News | Sep 27, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina addressed the severe impact of Tropical Storm Helene on the state.

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Senator Graham comments on Netanyahu's speech at UN General Assembly

By Palmetto State News | Sep 27, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) issued a statement regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent address to the United Nations General Assembly.

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Inflation in South Carolina outpaces national average as of August 2024

By Palmetto State News | Sep 26, 2024

As of August 2024, South Carolina experienced a 21.7% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.3% increase.

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Defense Credit Union Council: Proposed credit card bill could increase fraud risk for South Carolina veterans

By Palmetto State News | Sep 26, 2024

The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) told South Carolina's U.S. senators in May that proposed credit card regulations would “risk military financial readiness,” and the council is now saying the bill could “jeopardize veterans’ financial security.”