South Carolina has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to lead America’s nuclear future. With world-class nuclear assets, a skilled workforce, and strong private-sector partnerships, we have everything we need to turn our nuclear leadership into good-paying jobs, major investment, and long-term economic growth. I’m proud to support the Palmetto Nuclear Coalition as it works to develop a statewide strategy to ensure South Carolina is ready for the national nuclear resurgence.

Thrilled to be in Germany this week alongside @henrymcmaster , @SCSenatePres, and @SCcommerce as we celebrate 50 years of the South Carolina Europe Office and the strong transatlantic partnerships that continue to fuel our state’s growth. It was an honor to tour Vacuumschmelze and discuss their cutting-edge materials technology and exciting plans to expand their E-VAC operations in Sumter. A special moment: seeing two Sumter-based team members working hard on preparations for the 2026 opening—it was great to see familiar faces so far from home! We also had a fantastic visit with Continental Tire at their headquarters. We discussed the company’s continued investment in its Sumter facility and even stopped by the conference room proudly labeled “Sumter.” Both companies are outstanding partners, helping drive economic opportunity and innovation not only in Sumter but across South Carolina. I’m encouraged by the meaningful conversations we had about growing South Carolina’s role as a hub for advanced manufacturing. Thank you to our German partners for the warm hospitality and continued commitment to our shared success. And a special thanks to Eliza Buxton from the LINK in Sumter and Christiane Winckler with @SCcommerce Munich office for joining us!

My thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the tragic events in Minnesota. Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman was a fellow member of the State Legislative Leaders Foundation, and her loss will be felt deeply by all those who knew her. This kind of political hatred and violence has no place in our nation and must be eradicated.

In the aftermath of #HurricaneHelene, the General Assembly is fully committed to doing everything possible to help repair, rebuild, and restore every community affected across South Carolina. Read @SCSenatePres, @harveypeeler and @BruceBannister full joint statement below 👇