Rick Scott
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Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) provided his thoughts surrounding the latest inflation numbers that have been released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Addressing the ongoing “Bidenflation,” Sen. Scott commented on the BLS’s key inflation indicators, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Producer Price Index (PPI). CPI inflation has risen 17.7% and PPI inflation […]
After the horrifying terrorist attack in Israel committed by Hamas which left nearly 1,000 Israelis dead and thousands wounded, a worker’s union for Starbucks – known as Starbucks Workers United – shared their support for Palestine (which is backed by Hamas). Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has called for a boycott of the store until the […]
In a shocking and brutal surprise attack, Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists infiltrated Israeli towns, unleashing a barrage of violence that has plunged Israel into a state of war. The early morning assault on a major Jewish holiday has left hundreds dead, others abducted, and a nation grappling with its deadliest attack in decades. Israel, now in […]
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and 19 of his colleagues sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) demanding that he send a plan of action to Republicans concerning the 12 appropriations bills that need to be passed to avoid a December omnibus. “The core constitutional responsibility of the United States Congress is the […]
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) intends to visit China this coming week, a move Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) criticized in a recent appearance on Fox's Mornings with Maria, calling it "pure appeasement." Sen. Scott began by describing a bill he introduced that would prohibit taxpayer-funded trips to China for government officials, citing the acts of hostility the Chinese have […]
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has teamed up with Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) to introduce the bipartisan School Access to Naloxone Act. The bill would ensure that “school personnel have the training to administer lifesaving drugs and devices for emergency treatment in cases of known or suspected opioid overdose.” This bill is par for the course […]
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has joined some of his Republican colleagues in the Senate to call for President Joe Biden (D) to hold former President of Ecuador Rafael Vicente Correa Delgado accountable for his various crimes of corruption and violations of human rights. The senators wrote that the Legislative Branch is attempting to make progress […]
In recognition of the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Ian making landfall in Florida, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has released a video commemorating the moment in the state’s history, while simultaneously pushing his Federal Disaster Responsibility Act. Sen. Scott announced the bill days after Hurricane Idalia recently thrashed Florida’s Big Bend region. The legislation seeks to […]
After a bipartisan push led by Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Israel has been formally admitted into the United States Visa Waiver Program. This means that individuals from countries that participate in the program can travel to the U.S. for tourism or business for 90 days or less without needing a visa. […]
Cutting down the size of government has long been a talking point for Republicans, and various initiatives and policies seek to do just that. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) joined with several other Senators, including Ted Cruz (R-TX), to reintroduce the Unnecessary Agency Regulations Reduction Act to trim down outdated or redundant government agency regulations. Should […]
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) hosted a roundtable concerning Florida’s agriculture industry and the issues that it faces today. With the Farm Bill on the horizon, Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee Senator John Boozman (R-AR), and Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson (R-FL) joined Sen. Scott to discuss the problems and issues […]
In an effort to curb those affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from entering the country, Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) introduced the No Asylum for CCP Spies Act. According to Sen. Rubio’s press release, the U.S. government has encountered an estimated 40,000 Chinese nationals along the northern and southern border. Sen. Rubio’s bill would […]
Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) reintroduced the Halting Enrichment of Russian Oligarchs and Industry Allies of Moscow’s Schemes to Leverage its Abject Villainy Abroad (HEROIAM SLAVA) Act, alongside Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). The senators believe that “Russia must face severe consequences” for their invasion of Ukraine and act against their state-owned enterprises […]
After freshman Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) presided over the Senate in shorts and a short-sleeve button-down shirt, Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) led 45 of his colleagues to demand that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) “restore decorum” in the upper chamber. According to NBC News, Sen. Schumer changed the rules just days ago to allow […]
Tensions between the United States and China continue to boil, and solutions seem out of reach. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) said in an appearance on CNBC's Squawk Box that the difficulty of having dialogue with the Chinese is because "you do not have a real conversation with them," and "when someone is a bully, you do not appease them." […]
The Federal Reserve has confirmed three new members to its Board of Governors: Lisa Cook, Ariana Kugler, and Philip Jefferson, appointed in January by President Biden. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has written letters to each of the new Board members congratulating them on the posts. More importantly, inquiring if they are willing to act transparently and accountably. "I am […]
Were the origins of COVID-19 covered up by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)? Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) joined with Senators Rand Paul (R-KY), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Ron Johnson (R-WI) in a letter to the CIA Director demanding the truth. Science reported an anonymous whistleblower stated in a Congressional hearing that six analysts were bribed […]
After a very active day in the United States Congress which included a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden (D) from House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), as well as a threat from Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) to remove the Speaker from his position, more of Florida’s elected officials are reacting to the whirlwind of […]
