Statement from the South Carolina Senate Democratic Caucus On the Assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and Her Husband, and the Attempted Assassination of Senator John Hoffman and His Wife

Dear entire SCDOT team

Statement from the South Carolina Senate Democratic Caucus Honoring the Victims of the Mother Emanuel AME Church Shooting and Reaffirming Commitment to the Clementa C. Pinckney Hate Crimes Act

Statement from the South Carolina Senate Democratic Caucus

Joint Statement from Senators Margie Bright Matthews and Tameika Isaac Devine (Margie Bright / Tameika Isaac Devine)

Charleston > British Royal Navy. Happy Carolina Day! #1776

Statement from the South Carolina Senate Democratic Caucus On the Death of Deputy Devin Mason

Tropical Storm #Chantal has formed off the South Carolina coast, bringing with it periods of heavy rain, isolated flash flooding, gusty winds along the coast and rip current risks along the coastline.

Joint Statement from State Senators Deon Tedder & Ed Sutton Senator Ed Sutton / Sen. Deon Tedder

We had a great City, County, State Townhall in West Ashley last night. Thanks to all the folks who came out. Traffic congestion, sidewalks, traffic signals, and flooding were top citizen concerns. We will certainly plan more of these events around the district 👍

NCHS is Better with Tedder! Sen. Deon Tedder

Heat Advisory in Effect Today Extreme heat can lead to serious heat-related illnesses. Stay safe by taking simple precautions: -Stay hydrated. -Limit time outdoors and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning. -Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. #SCHeatSafety #StayCool

(7/28/25) IT'S HOT! Temperatures and humidity continue to rise and dangerous heat continues into tomorrow. There are Extreme Heat Warnings in place today in the Lowcountry and Pee Dee regions. Take precautions if you are spending time outdoors.

60 Years Later — The Fight Continues On the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting the sacred right to vote. We stand in solidarity with our Texas Democratic colleagues fighting back against overzealous gerrymandering. Tameika Isaac Devine

South Carolina Senate Democrats Celebrate Irmo Little League’s Historic Trip to the World Series

Statement from the South Carolina Senate Democratic Caucus on the Passing of Trooper First Class Dennis D. Ricks