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Sen. Rick Scott Urges Accountability for Overpayments by Social Security Administration
Washington, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott has called for greater accountability from the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding overpayments made to nearly one million Americans, including thousands of Floridians. In a letter to Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of the SSA, Senator Scott expressed concern over the notices received by seniors demanding repayment for past overpayments. He emphasized that immediate recoupment of these funds would place a significant financial burden on elderly Floridians.The SSA has sent notices to approximately one million Americans...
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El Senador Rick Scott publica una actualización semanal sobre la crisis inflacionaria de Biden
El Senador Rick Scott ha publicado una actualización semanal sobre la crisis de deuda y el incremento de la inflación en Estados Unidos. Esto se da después de que la Oficina de Estadísticas Laborales (BLS) publicara las cifras del Índice de Precios al Consumidor (CPI) y del Índice de Precios al Productor (PPI) de octubre, que revelaron un aumento continuo en la inflación. Desde que Joe Biden asumió la presidencia, el CPI ha aumentado un 17,6% y el PPI un 18,0%.El Senador Scott emitió una declaración esta semana en respuesta a los datos más recientes del CPI. En su...
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Sen. Scott Celebrates National Adoption Day & Recognizes November as National Adoption Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In anticipation of National Adoption Day on November 18th, Senator Rick Scott has released a video emphasizing the significance of this day. Additionally, Senator Scott and a bipartisan group of Senate colleagues have passed a resolution designating November as National Adoption Month. The resolution aims to provide greater support for adoptive families, raise awareness about adoption, and emphasize the importance of ensuring that every child has a permanent and loving family.The resolution, which has garnered support from Senators across party lines,...
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Sen. Rick Scott Demands Accountability at FDIC Following Allegations of Sexual Harassment, Toxic Workplace
Today, Senator Rick Scott has called for accountability at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) in the wake of allegations of sexual harassment and a toxic workplace culture. The allegations were detailed in an investigation by the Wall Street Journal, which revealed a pattern of misconduct and a failure to address the issue within the organization.The investigation by the Wall Street Journal uncovered a toxic workplace culture at the FDIC that perpetuated sexual harassment, misogyny, and other unacceptable behavior. The report indicated that employees who...
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Sen. Rick Scott Urges Biden to Reexamine U.S.-Colombian Relationship Under Petro Admin
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott has called on President Joe Biden to reassess the United States' relationship with Colombia in light of Colombian President Gustavo Petro's recent controversial remarks. In a letter to President Biden, Senator Scott expressed concern over Petro's anti-Israel and anti-Semitic statements following the brutal attacks on Israel by Iran-backed Hamas terrorists.The attacks, which occurred on October 7th, claimed the lives of over 1,400 people in Israel, including 33 Americans. Additionally, Hamas continues to hold more than 200 people...
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Sen. Rick Scott on PPI Inflation Report: Americans are Struggling Thanks to Bidenomics
Nov 15, 2023WASHINGTON, D.C. - The latest Producer Price Index (PPI) release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has revealed a continuous rise in inflation, with PPI increasing by 18.0% since President Joe Biden took office. This alarming trend has led to concerns about the impact of Bidenomics on American families and small businesses.Senator Rick Scott, who has firsthand experience of financial struggles growing up, expressed his deep concern over the current situation. He shared, "I grew up in public housing and watched my parents struggle to provide for me...
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Sen. Rick Scott Secures Big Win for American Retirement Security with Federal Retirement Board Decision to End Investment in CCP-Tainted Index Funds
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board has announced its decision to halt the investment of federal employees’ pension dollars in companies controlled by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), a move applauded by Senator Rick Scott. This decision comes after continuous calls for the Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) to divest from CCP-controlled entities in China and Hong Kong.Senator Scott, who has been advocating for the protection of American investors, families, and national security from CCP-controlled companies, expressed his satisfaction with...
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El Senador Rick Scott insta a Biden a reevaluar la relación entre Estados Unidos y Colombia bajo la administración de Petro
El Senador Rick Scott ha enviado una carta al Presidente Joe Biden en la que insta a reevaluar la relación entre Estados Unidos y Colombia bajo la administración del Presidente colombiano, Gustavo Petro. Esta solicitud se produce después de las declaraciones hostiles y antisemitas realizadas por Petro después de los brutales ataques contra Israel por parte de los terroristas de Hamas respaldados por Irán.En su carta, el Senador Scott señala que los ataques perpetrados por Hamas el 7 de octubre resultaron en la muerte de más de 1.400 personas en Israel, incluidos al menos...
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Sen. Rick Scott Stands in Support of Pro-Israel March
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott has expressed his unwavering support for Israel and the Jewish community ahead of the Pro-Israel Rally organized by the Jewish Federation of North America in Washington, D.C. In a statement released today, Senator Scott condemned the atrocities committed by Iran-backed Hamas terrorists and demanded that the Biden administration take immediate action to bring American hostages home.Highlighting the devastating impact of the October 7th attack by Hamas terrorists and their ongoing war in Israel, Senator Scott emphasized the urgent need...
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Sen. Rick Scott: Biden Can’t Repeat Schumer’s Failure to Pressure Xi
Senator Rick Scott has expressed his concerns about President Joe Biden's upcoming meeting with Xi Jinping, the dictator of Communist China. In a statement released today, Senator Scott emphasized the importance of holding Xi's oppressive government accountable, especially in light of the failures of Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's visit earlier this year.Senator Scott has been a vocal critic of Communist China's human rights abuses, particularly their treatment of Uyghur Muslims. He has called for the International Olympic Committee to relocate the 2022 Winter Olympics...
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El Senador Rick Scott llama a rendir cuentas por la crisis inflacionaria de Biden
El Senador Rick Scott ha publicado una actualización semanal sobre sus esfuerzos para abordar la crisis de deuda y el creciente problema de la inflación en Estados Unidos. En un intento por responsabilizar a la Reserva Federal de su incumplimiento en la reducción del balance, el Senador Scott envió una carta al Presidente de la Reserva Federal, Jerome Powell, antes de la reunión del Comité Federal de Mercado Abierto.En la carta, el Senador Scott insta a Powell a rendir cuentas por no cumplir con su objetivo de reducir el balance de la Reserva Federal. Esta no es la...
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Sen. Rick Scott Issues Weekly Update on Biden’s Inflation Crisis
Washington, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott has released a weekly update on his efforts to tackle America's debt crisis and the growing problem of inflation. In a letter addressed to Chair of the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell, Senator Scott expressed his concern and urged for accountability regarding the failure to meet the target of reducing the Fed's balance sheet.Senator Scott has been persistent in his calls for transparency and action from the Federal Reserve. Earlier this year, he sent a similar letter to Chair Powell but has yet to receive a response. His main focus...
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Sen. Rick Scott Hosts Aging Committee Field Hearing in Tampa with Veterans Service Organizations
TAMPA, Fla.—Senator Rick Scott hosted a U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging field hearing in Tampa to address the critical issues facing veterans in terms of their access to care, services, and economic opportunity. The hearing, titled "Veterans Access to Care, Services, and Economic Opportunity," aimed to discuss various challenges that veterans face, including scheduling delays, transitioning from active duty to civilian life, and access to facilities and resources for disabled veterans.Several notable individuals joined Senator Scott at the hearing, including...
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Sens. Rick Scott & Bob Casey Introduce Legislation to Reveal Private Equity Investments in China, Foreign Adversaries
Sens. Rick Scott and Bob Casey have jointly introduced the Disclosing Investment in Foreign Adversaries Act, a legislation aimed at providing transparency into investments made by American private equity firms in countries of concern, such as China and Russia. The current lack of transparency allows private equity and venture capital firms to invest Americans' savings and pensions in China without the knowledge of the American people. The proposed legislation would require these firms to disclose the percentage of assets invested in countries like China to the Securities...
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Sen. Rick Scott Urges SEC Chair to Protect American Investors and Hold CCP-Run Companies Accountable
Senator Rick Scott has written a letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler expressing concerns about the recent default of Chinese property developer Country Garden Holdings and the potential threats it poses to American investors. In his letter, Senator Scott urges Chair Gensler to investigate and understand the risks associated with the volatile and opaque financial environment fostered by Communist China. He also calls for accountability measures to be taken to mitigate the threats posed by Chinese companies to American investors, families,...
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Sen. Rick Scott Introduces Bill to Combat CCP Influence in Digital Banking
Washington, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott, along with Senators Marsha Blackburn and Ted Cruz, has introduced the Chinese CBDC Prohibition Act to counter the influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in digital banking. The bill aims to prohibit money services businesses (MSBs) from engaging in any transactions involving the central bank digital currency issued by the People's Republic of China, including the newly-announced Digital Yuan.In a statement, Senator Rick Scott expressed his concerns about the digital Yuan, stating, "The digital Yuan is just another tool used...
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Sen. Rick Scott & Rep. Diana Harshbarger Urge HHS Secretary to Stop Buying COVID Tests from Communist Chinese Companies
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott and Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger have sent a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, urging the Biden administration to cease using federal funds to purchase COVID-19 at-home tests from companies based in Communist China. The lawmakers expressed concern over the use of taxpayer dollars to buy tests manufactured by companies that have foreign ownership, including one Chinese company that may be under the influence of the Chinese Communist Party.In their letter, Senator Scott and Congresswoman Harshbarger...
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Senate Democrats Block Sen. Rick Scott's Bill to Provide Standalone Aid to Israel
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a move that has drawn criticism from Senator Rick Scott, Senate Democrats have blocked the passage of a bill that would provide standalone aid to Israel. Senator Scott, who has been a vocal advocate for aid to Israel, spoke on the Senate floor today to request the immediate passage of the bill.The House of Representatives had already passed its own lethal aid package for Israel, and Senator Scott was urging the Senate to follow suit. He emphasized the importance of swift action, as Israel is currently engaged in a war against Iran-backed Hamas...