The deadline for an agreement on Iran’s nuclear program is rapidly approaching. Several failing states in the Middle East are being overrun with terrorist groups and Iran is influencing these civil wars directly and by proxy like the Houthis in Yemen, Hezbollah in Lebanon and Syria and controlling the army in Iraq. Many of our allies in the region fear that Iran will dominate the entire… Read more »
By David A. Scott
Published by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Ever since the Inspector General and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution exposed the scandalous care at the Atlanta VA, I have been fighting to improve services for our veterans.
Last year, I toured the Atlanta VA with the Republican chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee, Jeff Miller, to see the situation firsthand.… Read more »
Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) proudly announced his nominations for 31 area students to attend our nation’s prestigious military academies. Congressman Scott honored these outstanding young people and their families during a special ceremony at Brawner Hall in Smyrna. The ceremony featured Henry County’s Ola High School Color Guard, soloist Noelle Miller and… Read more »
Congressman David Scott called for President Obama to consult with Congress before taking military action in Syria. Congressman Scott sent a letter to the President expressing his concerns about the matter. A copy of the letter is attached.
“Congress must be consulted before military action is taken against Syria,” Congressman Scott said. “More answers are needed before… Read more »
On June 13, Congressman Scott spoke from the House floor in opposition to the Coffman amendment (# 37) to the Defense Authorization bill. The amendment would end the permanent basing of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2CR) in Vilseck, Germany and return the Brigade Combat Team currently stationed in Europe to the United States, without permanent replacement, leaving one Brigade Combat… Read more »
Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) proudly announced his nominations for 22 area students to attend our nation’s prestigious military academies. Congressman Scott honored these outstanding young people and their families during a special ceremony at the National Archives Center in Morrow, Georgia. The ceremony featured the Stockbridge High Color Guard, soloist Jill Shedd,… Read more »
*This release was sent by the Nato Parliamentary Assembly of which Rep. Scott is a delegate. http://www.nato-pa.int/Default.asp?CAT2=0&CAT1=0&CAT0=0&SHORTCUT=3045
Prague, 11 November, 2012 - Allied lawmakers drafted a strongly worded warning to Iran over its nuclear programme Sunday, urging tougher sanctions if the government in Tehran continues to avoid substantial talks.… Read more »
A version of this column ran earlier in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Click here to read it in that format.
The Budget Control Act of 2011was drafted to match spending cuts with targeted revenue increases to prevent the federal government from defaulting on its debts. A short-term solution of $1 trillion in spending cuts was approved, but our long-term budget problems were not… Read more »
Students, you're invited to meet representatives of America's Military Academies at Georgia's 2012 Academy Day on Saturday, May 12. You MUST register by 5:00 pm on April 30, 2012 online at http://isakson.senate.gov/contactsad.cfm or by calling Nancy Brooks at 770.661.0999. Applicants may also contact Congressman David Scott's District Office at 770-210-5073 for more information on how to… Read more »
Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced that applications are available for students interested in a nomination to our nation’s military service academies.
“The privilege of nominating qualified students to the United States Air Force, Military, Merchant Marine, and Naval Academies is one of my most important and rewarding responsibilities,” said Congressman Scott. “The education… Read more »
