Palmetto State News

U.S. Senator Tim Scott from South Carolina issued a statement regarding the recent hostage agreement between Israel and Hamas.

Cardiff Products invests $99.6M for new plant creating 94 jobs

Cardiff Products Corporation, a Canadian beverage manufacturer, has announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operation in Lexington County.

Tim Scott discusses national security with DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard

U.S. Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina released a statement following his meeting with Tulsi Gabbard, who has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Director of National Intelligence.

Governor McMaster addresses forensic review on state treasury findings

Governor Henry McMaster addressed the findings of an independent State Treasury Forensic Accounting Review.

Graham supports Bondi as attorney general nominee amid national security concerns

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina engaged in a questioning session with Pam Bondi, President Donald Trump's nominee for Attorney General.

California withdraws clean fleets request; EPA closes file after multi-state opposition

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced a significant development in a case involving the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California's Advanced Clean Fleets regulation.

Edward Jones settles $17 million case over supervisory failures

Attorney General Alan Wilson announced a $17 million settlement with Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. The Securities Division of the Attorney General’s Office, part of the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), participated in...

Senator Tim Scott meets with Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education

U.S. Senator Tim Scott, representing South Carolina and a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), met with Linda McMahon, who has been nominated by President Trump to serve as the U.S. Secretary of Education.

South Carolina agriculture updates available weekly from Commissioner Weathers

Commissioner Hugh Weathers regularly discusses agricultural developments in South Carolina with The Southern Farm Network.

Federal aid approved for South Carolina after November flooding

Governor Henry McMaster has announced the approval of federal aid for South Carolina, following severe flooding in November 2024.

Senator Graham comments on Hegseth's nomination hearing

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina expressed his views on the Senate Armed Services Committee hearing regarding Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense under President Trump.

Gov. McMaster names chefs as 2025 ambassadors for culinary excellence

Governor Henry McMaster has announced the selection of three chefs from Greenville, Conway, and North Charleston to serve as South Carolina's 2025 Chef Ambassadors.

Governor McMaster presents FY 2025-2026 executive budget focusing on tax cuts and education

Governor Henry McMaster has presented his Executive Budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and economic growth.

South Carolina AG releases annual report on human trafficking statistics

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, who chairs the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, has unveiled the 2024 Annual Report at the State House.

Governor McMaster outlines weekly schedule including budget recommendations