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Senator Rick Scott urges Biden-Harris administration to recognize Venezuela's president-elect

By Duval Times | Aug 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, after President Biden expressed support for a new election in Venezuela, Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to President Biden urging the administration to back the Venezuelan people's fight for democracy. Scott called for support of opposition leader María Corina Machado and Edmundo González Urrutia as president-elect. He also requested reimposing sanctions if Nicolás Maduro remains in power.

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes VP Harris' proposal for federal price controls

By Duval Times | Aug 16, 2024

In case you missed it, yesterday, Senator Rick Scott released a statement following reports that Vice President Kamala Harris is proposing federal price controls to combat the historic inflation caused by the Biden-Harris administration’s policies. Federal price controls are viewed as a radical policy that could harm American families and businesses. The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis published a report in 2022 titled "Why Price Controls Should Stay in the History Books," highlighting potential risks.

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes VP Harris's proposal on federal price controls

By Duval Times | Aug 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Rick Scott released a statement following reports that Vice President Kamala Harris is proposing federal price controls to combat inflation. Scott attributes the inflation to what he describes as the failed policies of the Biden-Harris administration, reckless government spending, and an aggressive stance against American energy.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Duval County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Duval Times | Aug 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes VP Harris' proposed federal price controls

By Duval Times | Aug 15, 2024

Senator Rick Scott issued a statement today in response to reports that Vice President Kamala Harris is proposing federal price controls as a measure to address inflation. Scott attributes the current inflation to what he describes as the Biden-Harris administration's failed policies, reckless government spending, and actions against U.S. energy.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Duval County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 10

By Duval Times | Aug 15, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Duval County School District Education: Fewer students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year

By Duval Times | Aug 14, 2024

For the 2023-24 school year, Duval County School District reported a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 129,460 fewer students being enrolled.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Duval County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Duval Times | Aug 14, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Rick Scott calls for fiscal reforms following latest CPI report

By Duval Times | Aug 14, 2024

Following the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Senator Rick Scott issued a statement emphasizing the need for fiscal reforms to address the ongoing inflation crisis. According to July's CPI data, inflation has risen significantly during President Biden's tenure, with a 2.9 percent increase over the year in July 2024 and a total increase of 20.3 percent since the Biden-Harris administration took office.

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Senate leaders issue statement on alleged foreign interference in U.S. election

By Duval Times | Aug 14, 2024

Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Chairman Mark R. Warner (D-VA) released a statement on apparent efforts by foreign adversaries to influence the United States’ upcoming presidential election.

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Senator Rick Scott urges investigation into CCP-linked e-commerce platform

By Duval Times | Aug 14, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo expressing concerns regarding the rapidly growing e-commerce platform Temu and its potential threats to American consumers and businesses. Temu, owned by the Chinese company PDD Holdings, has quickly gained popularity in the United States by offering a wide range of products at low prices. However, this rapid expansion raises questions about the company's business practices and the origin of its products. Senator Scott is urging the Department of Commerce to take action.

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Senator Scott demands action after major data breach affects all Americans

By Duval Times | Aug 14, 2024

Sen. Rick Scott Demands Accountability Following Massive Hack of Americans’ Social Security Numbers & Personal Data

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Senator Rick Scott introduces bill to block federal facility access to foreign adversaries

By Duval Times | Aug 13, 2024

A raíz de la decisión de la administración Biden-Harris en mayo de permitir que agentes del régimen comunista cubano, un estado patrocinador del terrorismo, visiten las instalaciones de la Administración de Seguridad del Transporte (TSA) y áreas de seguridad estadounidenses en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Miami, el Senador Rick Scott ha presentado el proyecto de ley Stopping Adversaries From Exploring (SAFE) U.S. Facilities Act. Este proyecto limitaría la financiación federal para eventos con funcionarios extranjeros considerados adversarios de los Estados Unidos, como...

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Senator Rick Scott introduces act blocking access for adversaries following TSA visit

By Duval Times | Aug 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, in response to the Biden-Harris administration's decision in May to allow operatives representing the Cuban regime, which is designated as a state sponsor of terrorism, to tour Transportation Security Administration (TSA) facilities and U.S. security areas at Miami International Airport, Senator Rick Scott introduced the Stopping Adversaries From Exploring (SAFE) U.S. Facilities Act. This bill aims to limit federal funding for events involving officials from foreign entities deemed adversarial to the United States, including Communist China, Russia,...

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes Biden-Harris administration over rising inflation

By Duval Times | Aug 13, 2024

Senator Rick Scott issued a statement today in response to the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The data highlights a significant rise in inflation during the Biden-Harris administration, with a 2.2 percent year-over-year increase in July. Since President Biden and Vice President Harris took office, PPI inflation has risen by 20 percent.

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Bipartisan bill seeks to restore full social security benefits for public sector workers

By Duval Times | Aug 12, 2024

Senator Rick Scott has endorsed bipartisan legislation aimed at ensuring public sector workers and their families receive full Social Security benefits. The bill, spearheaded by Senators Susan Collins and Sherrod Brown, seeks to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO) from the Social Security Act.

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Senator Rick Scott urges Biden-Harris administration to take action on Venezuela

By Duval Times | Aug 12, 2024

In a recent response to an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal, Senator Rick Scott emphasized the need for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to show unwavering support for Venezuelans in their struggle for freedom. This comes in the wake of Nicolás Maduro's continued efforts to maintain power.

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Scott and Rubio introduce resolution condemning Cuban regime

By Duval Times | Aug 12, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the illegitimate Cuban regime, just 90 miles off the coast of Florida, continues its attempts to threaten stability and security in the Western Hemisphere and commit atrocities against its citizens, Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio have announced the introduction of a resolution demanding accountability. The Cuban regime has turned Cuba into a safe haven for communist China, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela. The United States must continue to defend democracy and the rights of the Cuban people. Representative María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) introduced a...

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Scott & Rubio introduce resolution condemning Cuban regime

By Duval Times | Aug 12, 2024

On August 12, 2024, Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio introduced a resolution condemning the Cuban regime. The resolution calls for accountability, citing the regime's actions as threats to stability and security in the Western Hemisphere and crimes against its citizens. Representative María Elvira Salazar has introduced a companion resolution in the House.

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Rubio and Scott introduce resolution condemning Cuban regime

By Duval Times | Aug 12, 2024

U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Rick Scott (R-FL) have introduced a resolution condemning the Cuban regime for its alleged crimes against its citizens and ties to foreign adversaries. The senators argue that Cuba's alignment with Communist China, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela poses a significant threat to U.S. national security and regional stability.