2024 Presidential Campaign Blog

Release: What they are saying... "Scott seizes the spotlight"

What they are saying... "Scott seizes the spotlight"

 "A great moment for Tim Scott. Republicans gave it an A+... If you want to see Americans at their best, listen to this kind of a message." - Lee Carter, Fox News
"A more assertive Scott seizes the spotlight...Scott, who receded into the background during much of the first debate, came out swinging Wednesday evening. He repeatedly sparred with Ramaswamy, citing the tech entrepreneur’s statement in the last debate that his rivals were “bought and paid for.” - Washington Post

 "They love Tim Scott’s story and passion for America" - Lawrence Jones, Fox News

“Who had the best night?...Tim Scott." - Natalie Allison, Politico
 "Scott, no question...he showed a pulse. And for Scott, that was enough to turn in the most complete and substantive performance of the night." - Christopher Cadelago, Politico

 "Scott showed up with a new script. He was energetic."- Sally Goldenberg, Politico

"Tim Scott was inspiring...perhaps the strongest came from South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott in response to a question on education…Scott took the opportunity to both critique his opponent — something he did well throughout the night — while also pivoting to a uniting and inspiring message. To audience cheers, Scott addressed the American people: “Never ever doubt who we are. We are the greatest country on God’s green earth. And frankly, the city on the hill needs a brand new leader.” - Hal Boyd, Deseret News

"[Scott]...had one of the most personally passionate moments." - BBC
"Senator Tim Scott. it seemed like he really showed up and had something to say." - Annmarie Hordern, Bloomberg

"Most of the winners I would say would probably be Haley and Tim Scott...did really stand out." - Rob Cahaly, Trafalgar

"Tim Scott had a good night." - T.W. Shannon, Newsmax

 "Tim Scott is finding his voice." - Brian Kilmeade  

"He came out fighting with a handful of fiery exchanges." - Madison Alworth, Fox Business

Release: 2nd GOP Debate Winner: Tim Scott

2nd GOP Debate Winner: Tim Scott

"WINNERS:
Tim Scott: The South Carolina senator was much more forceful than in the first debate, delivering a body-blow attack line against rival Vivek Ramaswamy by accusing the entrepreneur of being “in business with the Chinese Communist Party.” He also got in one of the first applause lines of the night when asked about President Biden joining striking autoworkers on the picket line this week."

"WINNERS:

Scott later singled out Ramaswamy for saying during the first debate he was "the only person on the stage who isn’t bought and paid for," alleging he was "in business" with the Chinese Community Party and the same people who funded Hunter Biden."

Trace Gallagher: "The response from the crowd was Tim Scott brought his energy. He brought his game tonight."

Garrett Haake: "We did see a much more aggressive Scott challenging Ramaswamy, challenging some of these other candidates to try to create opportunities for himself to better introduce himself."

Wall Street Journal: "Well, they had their moments. Tim Scott finally cut through the disorderly debate with remarks on race and America’s promise."
Larry Kudlow: "Tim Scott I have to give him a lot of credit because he did this riff on Blacks, African Americans, somehow surviving through slavery and then went on to say that the Great Society of LBJ and all the democratic presidents since then have made the black situation worse, not better. Breaking up the black family... I just have to give him credit on that."

Sean Hannity: "He's an inspiring speaker."

Lanhee Chen: "Tim Scott stood out...I think people will see him as someone who wanted to come out and make some points and I think he did."

Tim Scott Calls On Republicans Not To Retreat On Life In New TV Ad

Tim Scott Calls On Republicans Not To Retreat On Life In New TV Ad
"Some Republicans want to retreat on life. I know life is a gift from God and this is a fight we must win." - Tim Scott

CHARLESTON, SC - Today, Tim Scott released a new ad calling on Republicans to stand up for life as the radical Left advocates for abortion on demand. The ad entitled "Extremist" comes as Tim has been consistent and vocal on how he plans to protect life. This ad will air nationwide on Newsmax beginning today. It is part of Tim's previously announced $8 million ad buy.

Tim will participate in the second GOP Presidential Debate in Simi Valley, California this Wednesday. The debate will air live on Fox Business on Wednesday, September 27, at 9 PM ET.

WATCH HERE

TRANSCRIPT:
TIM SCOTT: If the radical Left wins, abortions will be performed on minors without their parent's consent.

Babies old enough to feel pain will be aborted.

And poor single mothers like mine, will be told aborting their children will help the economy.

Yet, these people say I am the extremist.

I'm Tim Scott and I approve this message because some Republicans want to retreat on life. I know life is a gift from God and this is a fight we must win.

Tim Scott to Host Series of Events in Iowa on September 16-18, 2023

Tim Scott To Host Series Of Events Across Iowa Next Week

CHARLESTON, SC - Tim Scott will return to Iowa for events across the state on Saturday, September 16, and Monday, September 18. Tim will host a town hall in Dubuque on Saturday and speak at the 23rd Annual Iowa Faith & Freedom Coalition Fall Banquet in Des Moines. On Monday, September 18, Tim will campaign in Ames, Fort Dodge, and Mason City.

Tim Scott was most recently in the Hawkeye State for a slate of events that drew voters from Siouxland to Southeast Iowa. Tim attended events with Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks in Oskaloosa and Ottumwa and Congressman Randy Feenstra in Sioux Center and Le Mars. He continued to share his 'Empower Parents Plan' with caucus-goers across the state.

"I am excited to return to Iowa to share my positive and optimistic message with caucus-goers," said Tim Scott. "I am living proof that the American dream is alive and well, and that no matter where you start in this country, if you work hard, have character and grit, all things are possible."

EVENT DETAILS:

Saturday, September 16
Tim Scott To Host A Town Hall in Dubuque, IA
WHEN: 4:00 PM CT, Saturday, September 16

Tim Scott To Speak At The Iowa Faith & Freedom Coalition Fall Banquet
WHEN: 7:00 PM CT, Saturday, September 16

Monday, September 18
Tim Scott to Campaign in Ames, IA
WHEN: 12:30 PM CT, Monday, September 18

Tim Scott To Host A Meet & Greet In Fort Dodge, IA
WHEN: 3:00 PM CT, Monday, September 18

Tim Scott To Host A Town Hall in Mason City, IA
WHEN: 6:30 PM CT, Monday, September 18

Tim Scott To Host Events Across New Hampshire on September 7-8, 2023

UPDATE: Tim Scott To Attend Scott Brown's Backyard BBQ Thursday, Hold Additional Events In New Hampshire Friday

CHARLESTON, SC - On Thursday, September 7, Tim Scott will return to New Hampshire to headline Ambassador Scott Brown's Backyard BBQ. On Friday, September 8, Tim will visit the Polaris Charter School in Manchester to tout his 'Empower Parents Plan', meet with faith leaders, attend a meet and greet with the NH Home Builders Association, and hold a town hall in Meredith that evening.

EVENT DETAILS:
Tim Scott To Headline Scott Brown's Backyard BBQ In New Hampshire
WHEN: Thursday, September 7, 2023, 5:30 PM ET
WHERE: Rye, NH.

Tim Scott To Visit Polaris Charter School in Manchester, NH
WHEN: Friday, September 8, 2023, 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: Manchester, NH.

Tim Scott To Attend Meet and Greet with NH Home Builders
WHEN: Friday, September 8, 2023, 4:00 PM ET
WHERE: Meredith, NH.

Tim Scott To Host Town Hall In Meredith, NH
WHEN: Friday, September 8, 5:30 PM ET
WHERE: Meredith, NH.

Tim Scott Pledges To Renew American Strength In New Ads

Tim Scott Pledges To Renew American Strength In New Ads

"I'll be the President who ends the Biden retreat and leads the charge for American strength." - Tim Scott

CHARLESTON, SC - Tim Scott launched new ads today ahead of his post-debate early state swing to New Hampshire, Iowa, and his home state of South Carolina. The ads highlight the consequences of Biden's policies on everyday Americans as Tim shares his message to renew American strength.

'Tragic' airs in New Hampshire today honing in on the fentanyl crisis that has impacted thousands of Americans.
'Lead the Charge' airs in Iowa. Tim lays out how he’ll end the Biden retreat.

WATCH: Tragic

TRAGIC TRANSCRIPT:
SCOTT: I'm at our southern border to send a message to the radical Left.

Biden's liberal policies aren't compassionate. They're tragic.

Teenagers overdosing on fentanyl. Young women being sold by human traffickers. Violent crime on the rise.

As Commander in Chief, I will eliminate Biden's 87,000 IRS agents and use that money to finish the wall and double the border patrol.

I'm Tim Scott and I approve this message because we must secure this border now.

WATCH: Lead The Charge

LEAD THE CHARGE TRANSCRIPT:
SCOTT: Joe Biden is out of step and out of ideas.

He has law enforcement retreating from our border and our neighborhood streets.

And America retreating from our deepest held values.

I'll be the President who ends the Biden retreat and leads the charge for American strength.

I'll build the wall, fund our police, and defend our God-given freedoms.

I'm Tim Scott and I approve this message because I have faith in America and our president should too.

Tim Scott: The American Dream Is Alive

Tim Scott: The American Dream Is Alive

Tim Scott: I was a disillusioned young man, growing up in a single-parent household, mired in poverty.

I wondered if the American dream was real for a kid like me. I can stand before you today, and say the dream is alive, it is well, and it is healthy.

I have the good fortune to have a mom who worked 16-hour days, making sure we had food on our tables. She taught me that if you're able-bodied in America, you work.

If you take out a loan, you pay it back.

If you commit a violent crime, you go to jail. And if God made you a man, you play sports against men.

I'm Tim Scott. I'm asking for your vote, and if you're living in Iowa, I'm asking you to caucus for me.

You can go to VoteTimScott.com for more information, or to make a contribution.

Release: Tim Scott on Education: "Break The Backs Of Teachers Unions"

Tim Scott on Education: "Break The Backs Of Teachers Unions"

Martha MacCallum: Senator Scott, faith is on decline in this country, you talked about it a little bit before tonight. So, is there a role for a President of the United States, in changing that? What would you do to change that?

Tim Scott: Well, our nation was founded upon the Judeo-Christian values that have made this the greatest nation on God's green earth. I'm a big believer in Ephesians 3:20, that God is able to do exceedingly, abundantly, above all that we ask or imagine. Our responsibility should be to model the behavior we want others to follow. On education, the only way we change education in this nation, is to break the backs of the teachers unions. They are standing in the door house of our kids, locking them into failing schools, and locking them out of the greatest future they can have.

Release: Tim Scott: Fire The 87,000 IRS Agents, Hire Border Patrol Agents

Tim Scott: Fire The 87,000 IRS Agents, Hire Border Patrol Agents

Tim Scott: Let's fire the 87,000 IRS agents and hire, or double, the number of Border Patrol agents. I just left Yuma, Arizona about two weeks ago. The most pressing need of the American people, from a national security standpoint, is our southern border. It has led to the death of 70,000 Americans because of fentanyl. Plus, 6 million illegal crossings since President Biden has taken office, and 200 people on our national security watchlists have been caught at our border. How many have not been caught at our southern border? If we just spent $10 billion we could finish the wall. For $5 billion more, we could have military-grade technology to surveil our southern border to stop the flow of fentanyl, and save 70,000 Americans a year. That should be the priority of this government, and as the next President of the United States, I will make that border wall complete.

Release: Tim Scott: "We Need Lady Justice To Wear A Blindfold"

Tim Scott: "We Need Lady Justice To Wear A Blindfold"

"This DOJ uses their power, uses their authority, not just against political opponents, but against conservatives." - Tim Scott

Tim Scott: Absolutely, he did the right thing, number one. Number two, we should be asking ourselves a bigger question about the weaponization of the Department of Justice. When I'm President, the first thing I'll do is fire Merrick Garland. The second thing I'll do, is fire Christopher Wray, because we need Lady Justice to wear a blindfold. Without that, no one has confidence in our justice system. 17% of Republicans have confidence in our Department of Justice. Here's why: We keep seeing not only the weaponization of the Department of Justice against political opponents, but also against parents who show up at school board meetings. They're called out of this DOJ- they're called domestic terrorists.
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Not only that, in addition to that, we see the SWAT team show up at pro-life activists' homes with guns drawn because this DOJ uses their power, uses their authority, not just against political opponents, but against conservatives and conservative causes. It is time for a change in America, and I will bring that change to the greatest nation on God's green earth.