Tuesday - July 28, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving South Carolina

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Acting Alaska A.G. Mills Announces $18 Million Multistate Settlement With 23andme Over Genetic Data Breach
JUNEAU, Alaska, July 15 -- The Alaska Department of Law issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * Acting Attorney General Cori Mills Announces $18 Million Multistate Settlement with 23andme Over Genetic Data Breach Acting Attorney General Cori Mills today joined a coalition of 42 attorneys general announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers wor  more
AFA Swamp Fox Leader Wins International Recognition
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 14 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * AFA Swamp Fox Leader Wins International Recognition * At a mother-daughter-themed celebration filled with women leaders, educators, veterans, entrepreneurs, and community champions, Cheryl R. Moye, vice president of the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Swamp Fox Chapter 298, accepted the 2026 Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce ATHENA International Lea  more
AG Campbell Announces Multistate Settlement With 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 14 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Announces Multistate Settlement With 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a coalition of 42 attorneys general in announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million custom  more
American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Iranian Vigil for Graham Outside Embassy
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary on July 14, 2026, by Director of Media Logan Sekulow: * * * Iranian Vigil for Graham Outside Embassy Iranians held a candlelight vigil in London outside the U.S. embassy to honor South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away on Saturday evening at 71 after serving four full terms in the U.S. Senate. The longtime Republican Congressman was a staunch ally of President Donald Trump and was kno  more
Animal Welfare Institute: Conservation Groups Across US Respond to Trump Administration's Attacks on Endangered Species Act
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The Animal Welfare Institute issued the following news release: * * * Conservation Groups Across US Respond to Trump Administration's Attacks on Endangered Species Act The Trump Administration weakened the Endangered Species Act (ESA) with a final rulemaking that could open the door to widespread destruction of habitat for endangered wildlife by rescinding the regulatory definition of "harm" under the ESA. This is the first in a series of rollbacks aimed at dismantling   more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Announces Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 15 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Announces Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach Attorney General Kris Mayes today joined a coalition of 42 attorneys general announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers w  more
Attorney General Alan Wilson defends state sovereignty at the U.S. Supreme Court
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, July 14 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson defends state sovereignty at the U.S. Supreme Court * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson has filed a friend-of-the-court brief at the United States Supreme Court supporting state sovereignty and opposing one state's efforts to control how business is done in other states. A state agency in Pennsylvania wants to control the terms of cont  more
Attorney General James Secures $18 Million From 23andMe for Failing to Protect Customers' Genetic Data
ALBANY, New York, July 14 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $18 Million From 23andMe for Failing to Protect Customers' Genetic Data * July 14, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James and a bipartisan coalition of 42 other attorneys general today secured $18 million from genetic testing company 23andMe for failing to protect customers' private genetic data. In October 2023, 23andMe announced tha  more
Attorney General Phil Weiser announces multistate settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andme over genetic data breach
DENVER, Colorado, July 14 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser announces multistate settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andme over genetic data breach * July 14, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today joined a coalition of 42 attorneys general announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9  more
Attorney General Tong Leads Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
HARTFORD, Connecticut, July 14 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Leads Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today led a coalition of 42 attorneys general announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for direct-to-consumer genetic testing company 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data  more
Barrasso Honors the Life and Legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Barrasso Honors the Life and Legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham * "The United States Senate will never see anyone quite like Lindsey Graham again. He was a happy warrior. He always put service before himself. And he believed in the Senate as an institution. He continued to shape it throughout his successful and his significant career. He helped make America safer and stronger. And Mr. President, I ju  more
BLM Launches Wild Horse and Burro Placement Blitz
WASHINGTON, July 13 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management issued the following news release: * * * BLM Launches Wild Horse and Burro Placement Blitz * WASHINGTON - The Bureau of Land Management is launching a nationwide wild horse and burro private care placement blitz beginning July 23, in celebration of the Department of the Interior's Day of the American West and America's Freedom 250th anniversary. The campaign will include: Three in-person placement events:   more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Consumer Price Index, South Region June 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, South Region June 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * Regional prices declined 0.4 percent in June, up 3.2 percent over the year - The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the South region declined 0.4 percent in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index declined 5.9 percent over the month. The food index increased   more
Center on Budget & Policy Priorities: Missouri Tax Amendment Likely to Seriously Harm Services, Shift Taxes Onto Working Families
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following commentary on July 14, 2026, by Wesley Tharpe, senior advisor for state tax policy, and Whitney Jemison, director of state fiscal policy research, both of the State Fiscal Policy Team: * * * Missouri Tax Amendment Likely to Seriously Harm Services, Shift Taxes Onto Working Families In early August, Missouri voters will decide one of the most consequential state tax policy questions in recent memory: whether  more
Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Hearing to Consider Four Senior Civilian Pentagon Nominees
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Hearing to Consider Four Senior Civilian Pentagon Nominees * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today led a hearing to consider nominations for senior defense financial, acquisition, intelligence, and space leadership positions. Jules W. Hurst III, nominated to be Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller),  more
Clyburn Statement on Swearing-In of U.S. Senator Darline Graham Nordone of South Carolina
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Rep. James E. Clyburn, D-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Clyburn Statement on Swearing-In of U.S. Senator Darline Graham Nordone of South Carolina * WASHINGTON, DC -Today, U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement on the swearing-in of U.S. Senator Darline Graham Nordone of South Carolina: "Congratulations to Senator Darline Graham Nordone on this historic achievement. Her appointment marks a significant miles  more
Coalition of State Rheumatology Organizations Highlights Affordability Challenges in Essential Health Benefits Review
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- The Coalition of State Rheumatology Organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services addressing concerns about the essential health benefits framework and its impacts on affordability and patient access. The letter, signed by President Aaron Broadwell and Madelaine A. Feldman, vice president of advocacy and government affairs, focused on how the design of prescription drug benef  more
Coalition to Transform Advanced Care Urges CMS to Enhance Essential Health Benefits for Seriously Ill Patients
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- The Coalition to Transform Advanced Care submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The letter, written by Marian Grant, Senior Regulatory Advisor, addresses the agency's request for information concerning the comprehensive review of the essential health benefits framework and the typical employer plan standard. C-TAC focuses on improving health care for individuals living with serious  more
Coast Guard Cutter James holds change of command ceremony
WASHINGTON, July 13 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release: * * * Coast Guard Cutter James holds change of command ceremony * KEY WEST, Fla. -The crew of Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) held a change of command ceremony July 9 in Key West. Capt. Charles Banks relieved Capt. Thomas Rodzewicz as the eighth commanding officer of the James during the ceremony, which was presided over by Vice Adm. Jo-Ann Burdian, commander, Coast Guard Atla  more
Congressman Cohen Says Trump is Stealing from the American Public
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Cohen Says Trump is Stealing from the American Public * In floor speech, talks of president's deal with the IRS WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today spoke from the House floor, focusing on aspects of the corrupt Trump presidency that he likened to theft from the American people. "We have a man who is out of control as our president, and it scares me tremendously," he said  more
Congresswoman Sheri Biggs' Improving Travel for Military Members Act Passes the House
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Rep. Sheri Biggs, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Sheri Biggs' Improving Travel for Military Members Act Passes the House * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Sheri Biggs (R-SC-03) announced that her Improving Travel for Military Members Act passed the House with unanimous consent, advancing legislation designed to make airport travel easier for active-duty service members and their families through dedicated TSA screening lanes a  more
Duke Energy Announces Dividend Payments to Shareholders
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 15 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * Duke Energy announces dividend payments to shareholders Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) today declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $1.085 per share, an increase of $0.02. This dividend is payable on September 16, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 14, 2026. The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend on its Series A preferred stock o  more
Durbin Remembers Senator Lindsey Graham On The Senate Floor
WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Remembers Senator Lindsey Graham On The Senate Floor * July 13, 2026 WASHINGTON - In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) recognized U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's (R-SC) lifetime of public service following his sudden passing this weekend. "Last week, I joined several of my colleagues from the Senate and the House at the NATO Summit in Ankara,  more
Ernst Honors Senator Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Ernst Honors Senator Lindsey Graham * WASHINGTON - Today on the Senate floor, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) honored the life and legacy of her dear friend and colleague, Senator Lindsey Graham (S.C.). Watch Ernst's remarks here. Ernst's full remarks: "I rise today with a heavy heart to honor my dear friend and colleague, Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina. "Before he ever set foot on thi  more
Excellence Takes Center Stage as Lander University Honors Faculty
GREENWOOD, South Carolina, July 14 -- Lander University posted the following news: * * * Excellence Takes Center Stage as Lander University Honors Faculty * Lander University celebrates the faculty members whose dedication extends far beyond the classroom, shaping student success, advancing knowledge and strengthening the campus community. Through its annual faculty awards, the University recognizes excellence in teaching, scholarship and service -honoring educators whose commitment enriches  more
Floor Speech Remembering Senator Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Floor Speech Remembering Senator Lindsey Graham * Lindsey Graham was a self-made American original. Born in central South Carolina, Lindsey grew up in a room behind his parent's bar and pool hall where he worked to help the family make ends meet and earned the nickname "Stinkball" from his patrons because of his sense of humor and his irrepressible nature and his rascal streak as he called it. I sa  more
Forming a New Perspective: How a Conference Reshaped our Arts Practices
SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, July 14 -- Converse University posted the following news: * * * Forming a New Perspective: How a Conference Reshaped our Arts Practices * Written by Candace Day '25 and Caroline Warr '27 During the spring semester, we had the opportunity to visit the small town of Newberry, SC, for the 10th annual South Carolina Clay Conference (SCCC). SCCC partners with influential and experienced ceramic artists to teach students, educators, and hobbyists their techniques and  more
GAO Denies Weston Solutions, Tetra Tech Protests Over Army Corps Contract Award to Pond Constructors
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The Government Accountability Office has denied protests by Weston Solutions Inc., West Chester, Pennsylvania, and Tetra Tech Inc., Collinsville, Illinois, challenging the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' award of a maintenance services contract to Pond Constructors Inc., Peachtree Corners, Georgia, in support of the Defense Logistics Agency. The contract covers preventive and corrective maintenance for fuel program facilities throughout the Corps' South Atlantic Division, i  more
Gov. McMaster Appoints Darline Graham to the U.S. Senate
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, July 13 -- Gov. Henry McMaster, R-South Carolina, posted the following news: * * * Gov. McMaster Appoints Darline Graham to the U.S. Senate * COLUMBIA, S.C. - Governor Henry McMaster today announced the appointment of Darline Graham to the United States Senate to fill the vacancy created by the passing of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. Ms. Graham will be the first woman to represent South Carolina in the U.S. Senate. Darline Graham, a native of Central, S.C., has de  more
Governor Kotek Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham
SALEM, Oregon, July 13 -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Kotek Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham * Salem, OR - Pursuant to the United States Flag Code and President Trump's July 13 proclamation, Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff in honor of Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away on July 11, 2026. Senator Lindsey Graham was a sitting U.S. Senator representing Sou  more
Governor Patrick Morrisey Orders Flags Lowered to Honor U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 13 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Patrick Morrisey Orders Flags Lowered to Honor U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham * Charleston, W.Va. \- Today, Governor Patrick Morrisey issued a proclamation ordering flags at all state facilities to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of South Carolina United States Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026. "Senator Lindsey Graham was a f  more
ICYMI--Hagerty JoinsMornings with Maria on Fox Business to Discuss CLARITY, the SAVE Act, Reconciliation 3.0 and Lindsey Graham's Legacy
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI--Hagerty JoinsMornings with Maria on Fox Business to Discuss CLARITY, the SAVE Act, Reconciliation 3.0 and Lindsey Graham's Legacy * Washington -Today, United States Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn., a member of the Senate Foreign Relations, Appropriations, and Banking Committees, joined Mornings with Maria on Fox Business to honor the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, and to discuss the CLARITY Act  more
ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Fox News Sunday
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on July 13, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Fox News Sunday Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Gillian Turner on Fox News Sunday to discuss the impact and legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and the ongoing strikes and negotiations in Iran. Key Excerpts: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): "I met Lindsey Graham about a dozen years ago when I was serving in Afghanistan when he came to or base   more
ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins The Ingraham Angle on Fox News
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins The Ingraham Angle on Fox News Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined the Ingraham Angle alongside Byron York on Fox News Channel to discuss the impact and legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC). Key Excerpts: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): "He was such a legend, one of a kind... he actually cared, he was actually passionate about President Trump and   more
Lujan Statement on the Passing of Senator Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan Statement on the Passing of Senator Lindsey Graham * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham: "Terrible news this morning. Senator Graham spent his life serving our country, first in the Air Force and later in Congress. He was committed to public service. "My prayers are with Senator Graham's family,  more
Md. A.G. Brown Announces Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 15 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Announces Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 42 attorneys general announcing a settlement resolving allegations stemming from 23andMe's 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers worldwide. 23and  more
Multi-State Hydrologic Study Modernizes Low-Flow and Streamflow Estimation Models Across the Southeast
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Geological Survey issued a scientific investigations report summary titled 'Methods for Estimating Selected Low-Flow Frequency and Mean Annual Flow Statistics at Gaged and Ungaged Locations on Streams in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina' by authors Toby D. Feaster, Bradley J. Harken, Brent T. Aulenbach, Katharine R. Kolb, Caleb E. Mitchell, and J. Curtis Weaver. The publication, cataloged under Scientific Investigations Report 2026-5021, prese  more
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center nationally recognized for commitment to excellence in cardiovascular care
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, July 15 -- The Medical University of South Carolina issued the following news release: * * * MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center nationally recognized for commitment to excellence in cardiovascular care * LANCASTER, S.C. - MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center has received two American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to following the latest research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and   more
N.C. Chapter of the Wildlife Society Supports Federal Listing of Southern Hognose Snake as Threatened Species
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- The North Carolina Chapter of the Wildlife Society, Raleigh, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service expressing support for the proposed listing of the southern hognose snake as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act rule. The NCTWS, representing over 300 wildlife professionals, stressed the importance of this action to bolster conservation efforts for the species across its southeastern U.S. ran  more
N.H. A.G. Formella Announces $18 Million Multistate Settlement With 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
CONCORD, New Hampshire, July 15 -- New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * Attorney General John M. Formella announces $18 Million Multistate Settlement with 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach Attorney General John M. Formella today joined a coalition of 42 states announcing an $18 million bankruptcy claim settlement with genetic testing company 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the gen  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Announces Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
TRENTON, New Jersey, July 15 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport Announces Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today joined a bipartisan coalition of 42 attorneys general in announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compro  more
New Hampshire Receives PFAS Settlement for Public Water Systems From BASF Corp.
CONCORD, New Hampshire, July 15 -- New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * New Hampshire Receives PFAS Settlement for Public Water Systems from BASF Corp. Attorney General John M. Formella announces that New Hampshire has received a $1.815 million settlement payment it secured from BASF Corporation as a result of the State's ongoing litigation against the manufacturers of PFAS and aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF). This new settlem  more
NRC Seeks Comments on Catawba Nuclear Station License Amendment Request
WASHINGTON, July 14 (TNSFR) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is seeking public comment on a license amendment request involving Catawba Nuclear Station, Units 1 and 2, proposing no significant hazards. NRC is considering a request from Duke Energy Carolinas LLC to amend the operating licenses for Catawba Nuclear Station, Units 1 and 2, in York County, South Carolina, and has issued a notice seeking public comments, hearing requests and petitions to intervene. The agency said the proposal in  more
NSF taps Clemson for energy grid innovation
CLEMSON, South Carolina, July 14 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * NSF taps Clemson for energy grid innovation * Research The National Science Foundation (NSF) today announced Clemson University as a key player in the effort to modernize the nation's electric grid. Clemson was named a founding partner in the NSF Grid Modernization Engine in the Carolinas (Carolinas Grid Engine), one of the agency's newest Regional Innovation Engines ( NSF Engines ). Carolinas Grid En  more
PHOTO: Sen. Tim Scott meets with Darline Graham at the U.S. Capitol ahead of her swearing-in ceremony
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * PHOTO: Sen. Tim Scott meets with Darline Graham at the U.S. Capitol ahead of her swearing-in ceremony * WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) met with Darline Graham at the U.S. Capitol, welcoming her to the Senate and the South Carolina delegation ahead of her swearing-in ceremony. Darline will serve the remainder of the late Lindsey Graham's term. To download high-res image, click here.   more
Reproductive Freedom for All Endorses Reproductive Freedom Champions for U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON, July 14 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Reproductive Freedom for All Endorses Reproductive Freedom Champions for U.S. Senate * : Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Contact: media@reproductivefreedomforall.org Washington, DC - Today, Reproductive Freedom for All announced its endorsement of four reproductive freedom champions running for the U.S. Senate in key races across the country.   more
Rockefeller Foundation: New Commission Launches to Chart Next Chapter of Foreign Assistance
NEW YORK, July 15 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * New Commission Launches to Chart Next Chapter of Foreign Assistance * Co-chaired by former Gov. David Beasley (R -- South Carolina) and former Sen. Ben Cardin (D -- Maryland), Rockefeller and Packard Foundations, along with other partners, launch initiative one year after USAID's closure. * Independent Commission gets underway as new polling shows 8 in 10 Americans want aid reformed, not  more
S.D. A.G. Jackley Announces South Dakota to Receive $149,399 in Bankruptcy Settlement With 23andMe
PIERRE, South Dakota, July 15 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release on July 14, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jackley Announces South Dakota to Receive $149,399 in Bankruptcy Settlement with 23andMe Attorney General Marty Jackley announces South Dakota will receive $149,399 from the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers worldwide. The settlement  more
Scott leads Senate colleagues in introducing resolution honoring the life and legacy of Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Scott leads Senate colleagues in introducing resolution honoring the life and legacy of Lindsey Graham * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced a bipartisan resolution to honor the life and legacy of the late South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham. The resolution is co-sponsored by every member of the U.S. Senate and passed the Senate unanimously. "Lindsey Graham was one of a k  more
Sen. Lummis Issues Statement on Death of Sen. Graham
WASHINGTON, July 12 -- Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyoming, issued the following statement: * * * Lummis Statement On The Death Of Senator Lindsey Graham Cheyenne, WY - Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) today released the following statement on the death of Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC): "I am shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden death of my friend, Senator Lindsey Graham," said Lummis. "Lindsey was a tireless voice for South Carolina and an unwavering champion of a strong America and our all  more
Sen. Tim Scott welcomes Darline Graham as she is sworn in as South Carolina's senator
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Tim Scott welcomes Darline Graham as she is sworn in as South Carolina's senator * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) released the following statement on Darline Graham, who was sworn in today as South Carolina's United States Senator. Darline will fill the seat vacated by her late brother, Lindsey Graham. "Darline Graham will be a fantastic United States senator for the great p  more
Sen. Warner Issues Statement on Death of Sen. Graham
WASHINGTON, July 12 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following statement: * * * Warner Statement on the Passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) issued the following statement on the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham: "I was heartbroken to learn of the sudden passing of my friend and colleague, Senator Lindsey Graham. "Lindsey and I disagreed on plenty over the years, but I never doubted his love for this country or his commitment to serving it. He was a fie  more
Sens. Shaheen, Blumenthal, Graham, Wicker Announce Agreement on Legislation to Hold Purchasers of Russian Oil Accountable
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement with Sens. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, and Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, on legislation to hold purchasers of Russian oil accountable: * * * "We are proud to announce that we have reached an agreement with the Trump Administration to move our updated Russia sanctions legislation forward. "We are very plea  more
Sharp Named a 2026 Best Place to Work in South Carolina for Third Consecutive Year
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 14 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * Sharp Named a 2026 Best Place to Work in South Carolina for Third Consecutive Year * Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America has announced its Sharp Business Systems (SBS) South Carolina branch was named one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in South Carolina by SCBIZ for the third consecutive year. Sharp received the award in the large company category for its o  more
Systel Business Equipment Acquires Carolina Typewriter Company
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 14 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * Systel Business Equipment Acquires Carolina Typewriter Company * Two family-owned companies with a shared commitment to customer service, their employees and community involvement have come together to continue serving businesses throughout Florence, South Carolina, and the Pee Dee region. BTA member Systel Business Equipment is proud to celebrate the successful integ  more
Thune Joins Fox News, CNN, and Newsmax to Reflect on Decades-Long Friendship With Senator Graham
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Senate Minority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release on July 13, 2026: * * * Thune Joins Fox News, CNN, and Newsmax to Reflect on Decades-Long Friendship With Senator Graham U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today joined America's Newsroom on Fox News, Inside Politics on CNN, and The Record with Greta Van Susteren on Newsmax. On Senator Graham's legacy: "On a personal level, he was a very good friend to me ... He came out   more
Trump's Illegal War with Iran Has Forced Vermont to Pay $113 Million More for Gas, So Far
WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Illegal War with Iran Has Forced Vermont to Pay $113 Million More for Gas, So Far * Vermont households have spent $441 more for gas since the war began WASHINGTON, D.C. - Democrats on the Joint Economic Committee today released new data outlining how President Trump's reckless and illegal war with Iran has driven up gasoline costs for Vermont families, farmers, and businesses. The new data   more
Understanding America's electric grid: Why modernization matters
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 14 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release: * * * Understanding America's electric grid: Why modernization matters * The NSF Grid Modernization Engine in the Carolinas (Carolinas Grid Engine) - led by UNC Charlotte with support from more than 100 partners - is a regional energy innovation hub that spans 36 counties in North Carolina and South Carolina designed to create a resilient, efficient and technologically a  more
White House: President Trump Honors Life, Legacy of Sen. Graham
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The White House issued the following news: * * * President Trump Honors the Life and Legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham President Donald J. Trump reflected on the life and legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham following his sudden passing this weekend. Speaking in several interviews, President Trump spoke of his close friendship with the longtime Senator from South Carolina and heralded Senator Graham's sharp political instincts, his courage in important moments, and his deep  more
Wilson Center Statement on the Passing of Senator Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, July 13 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Wilson Center, an organization that provides nonpartisan insights and analysis on global affairs to policymakers and the public through deep research, open dialogue and independent scholarship, issued the following news release: * * * Wilson Center Statement on the Passing of Senator Lindsey Graham * The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars mourns the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, a tow  more