U.S. Senator Rick Scott, who represents Florida and serves on several Senate committees, posted a series of tweets on April 7, 2026, expressing criticism of Democratic policies, the Iranian regime, and the Cuban government.
In his first post at 16:38 UTC, Scott wrote: “I’m outraged to see these Soros-backed ‘prosecutors’ just gave CONVICTED ILLEGAL ALIEN MURDERERS a sweetheart plea deal in @GovernorVA’s sanctuary state. What about keeping AMERICANS safe?! Don’t let them fool you — Democrats are proving yet again that they will ALWAYS put”.
Later that day at 17:52 UTC, he commented on actions by the Iranian government: “The Iranian regime is so EVIL that they’re forcing women and children to be human shields. It’s gut wrenching.”
At 18:07 UTC, Scott addressed recent developments in Cuba: “It’s been over a week since the regime announced its so-called ‘mass pardon.’ In reality, the illegitimate communist Castro/DÃaz-Canel regime is just releasing regular criminals while it continues to brutally prosecute and oppress political prisoners and the BRAVE people of”.
Scott has focused his career on fiscal responsibility, debt reduction, and supporting families and small businesses (official website). He served as governor of Florida for two terms with an emphasis on economic growth and job creation. In addition to his public service, Scott co-founded Columbia Hospital Corporation with his wife Ann, developing it into a major health care provider (official website). He also served in the U.S. Navy after high school aboard the USS Glover (official website).
Currently, Scott serves on the Senate Committees on Armed Services; Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs; Budget; and the Special Committee on Aging (official website). He holds degrees from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and Southern Methodist University (official website).
