The Small Business Administration has opened two Business Recovery Centers in South Carolina to assist businesses and residents who were affected by Hurricane Helene. Appointments are not required, but you can schedule one or apply for assistance online here.

If you or someone you know is struggling with emotional distress after Hurricane Helene, you are not alone. The Disaster Distress Helpline is here to help and is available 24/7. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 for support with stress, anxiety, or depression related to the hurricane.

You can also visit my website for more disaster relief resources!

Standing With Israel

Monday marked the first anniversary of Hamas’s unprovoked barbaric attack against Israeli civilians. As we reflect on the anniversary of this horrific event, we must stand toe-to-toe against global aggressors and vow our unwavering support to defend Israel in their time of need. I was proud to join all of my Senate Republican colleagues to stand united in support of Israel and against Iranian-backed terrorism and vile antisemitism around the world. Showing that we are loyal to our allies and lethal to our adversaries is the only way to deter another tragedy like this from happening. The United States will always stand with Israel. 

Senator Scott at the October 7th Commemoration at Omar Shrine Temple in Mt. Pleasant.

Read our resolution here. 

Celebrating Faith-Based Education

Religious freedom is a fundamental right that strengthens our nation. I joined Senator Lindsey Graham in a resolution declaring October 6-12, 2024, as “Religious Education Week”, honoring the positive impact that faith-based education has on our communities. Families deserve the freedom to educate their children in the way they see fit. This resolution affirms the importance of parental rights in guiding their children’s spiritual and educational journeys. I’m committed to building a society that embraces our differences while uniting us around our shared commitment to education and faith.

Read more about our resolution here!

Following Hurricane Helene, our community has come together in remarkable ways! This week’s #SCSweetTea goes to the Upstate restaurant community for their incredible efforts in supporting those affected by the hurricane. Their commitment to providing meals and resources during this challenging time truly embodies the true spirit of generosity and unity. Read more about their efforts here!

Jewish Insider: U.S. officials say $6 billion in Iranian funds in Qatar remain frozen

By Marc Rod

October 9, 2024

U.S. officials are denying Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s claims this week to have reached a “good understanding” with the Qatari government regarding the approximately $6 billion in Iranian funds moved to a Qatari bank as part of a hostage deal struck with the United States last year. The U.S. froze the funds after the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attacks by the Iranian proxy group in Gaza and officials told Jewish Insider the funds remain frozen. 

Amid bipartisan pressure following the Oct. 7 attacks, the Biden administration told lawmakers it would effectively refreeze those funds for the foreseeable future. Under the terms of the hostage deal, the funds would not enter Iran and could be used by the regime only for vetted humanitarian purchases outside Iran.

Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC), the ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee, told JI that he has “received assurances from the Treasury Department that the funds are frozen” — though he said Pezeshkian’s comments “underscore the importance” of passing legislation he is sponsoring to permanently lock down the funds.

Read the full article here!

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