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South Carolinians traveling in the Middle East should: ✔️Sign up to receive STEP alerts at step.state.gov ✔️Follow U.S. Department of State: Consular Affairs for real-time updates ✔️Call the State Department 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444 Please don't hesitate to contact my office for further assistance. Read more »

Our office is aware of the leak and has been in direct contact with local officials and emergency management leaders to stay fully informed. I have requested a thorough investigation into exactly what occurred. Our community and the families in the area deserve transparency and clear answers.  I’m especially grateful to our emergency responders for their swift response to secure the… Read more »

🚨Today is a proud day for South Carolina and for our entire nation. The United States Senate has passed my bill, H.R. 3377, authorizing the President to award Major James Capers Jr. the Medal of Honor for his acts of valor while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.  In the spring of 1967, while leading a Marine reconnaissance team near Phu Loc, Vietnam, Major… Read more »

ICYMI: Easter is fast approaching and First Lady Melania Trump recently announced the 148th annual White House Easter Egg Roll! This historic event will once again be taking place on April 6th, 2026 on the South Lawn of the White House, and this year it will be even more patriotic than ever – themed for America’s 250th birthday. The White House is inviting families nationwide to gather… Read more »

Thank you President Trump for his decisive leadership in standing firm against nuclear escalation and in defense of peace through strength. Most importantly, we must thank and pray for the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who stand ready to protect our nation and our allies in uncertain times. Read more »

Attention SC-05 high school students‼️ The annual Congressional Art Competition is right around the corner, and this year’s theme celebrates America’s 250th anniversary. 🇺🇸 This is a tremendous opportunity to showcase your talent and have your artwork displayed in the United States Capitol, where millions of visitors pass through each year. Visit the website below for the latest… Read more »

Saying it how it is with Matt Gaetz on One America News Network.  Congress shouldn’t be hosting dog parades when our nation’s future is on the line. Leader John Thune NEEDS to force a talking filibuster. Read more »

As Donald J. Trump said during the SOTU, “I will never allow…the world’s No. 1 sponsor of terror…to have a nuclear weapon…no nation should ever doubt America’s resolve.” Time to increase the pressure and restore deterrence!! Read more »

ICYMI: No more quiet, secretive pay raises in Congress. Period. We’re restoring accountability. Read here.  Read more »

It was great to meet with cotton producers and industry leaders who are working every day to keep American agriculture strong. That’s why I’m proud to cosponsor the Buying American Cotton Act, commonsense legislation that boosts support for U.S.-grown cotton and supports our farmers, manufacturers, and rural communities. This bill incentivizes the use of American cotton,… Read more »