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Tim Scott Defends Darline Graham's National Security Comments
PoliticsThe Guardian1d ago

Tim Scott Defends Darline Graham's National Security Comments

Republican Senator Tim Scott defended fellow US South Carolina Republican Senator Darline Graham's comment that 'national security is not my thing.' Scott attempted to assuage concerns but did not provide details of Graham’s national security experience.

Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Iran and Regional Tensions
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Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Iran and Regional Tensions

Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu held a meeting described by Netanyahu as one of their best, amid reports of an Iranian threat and ongoing tensions. The discussion focused on regional security and the Iranian nuclear program.

US Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71, Tributes and Succession Battle Emerge
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US Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71, Tributes and Succession Battle Emerge

US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican and ally of Donald Trump, has died at the age of 71. His death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from political figures, including Trump, and has ignited a scramble for his Senate seat.

Senators Score Win on Major Housing Bill
BusinessYahoo2mo ago

Senators Score Win on Major Housing Bill

Senators Tim Scott and Elizabeth Warren have achieved a legislative victory on what is described as the biggest housing bill in 30 years, raising questions about its potential impact on home prices.

Warsh's Senate Confirmation Blocked by Tillis
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Warsh's Senate Confirmation Blocked by Tillis

Senator Thom Tillis is reportedly blocking Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearings, with Senator Tim Scott hoping the probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell 'goes away' to allow a vote on Warsh's confirmation.

Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh Discloses Over $190M in Assets
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Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh Discloses Over $190M in Assets

Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, has disclosed assets exceeding $190 million ahead of his confirmation hearing. His financial holdings make him potentially one of the wealthiest Fed chair nominees in modern history.

Senators Ask Treasury To Unilaterally Index Capital Gains, Bypassing Congress
Politicszerohedge5mo ago

Senators Ask Treasury To Unilaterally Index Capital Gains, Bypassing Congress

Senators Ask Treasury To Unilaterally Index Capital Gains, Bypassing Congress Senators Ted Cruz and Tim Scott are asking Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to unilaterally implement a major capital gains tax cut -- by letting taxpayers adjust their cost basis to account for the effects of inflation. In a letter they intended to send on Tuesday, the pair will argue that it's within Bessent's authority to make such a move, without the need for legislation, “Using your executive auth...