Chairman Walden’s Statement on Congressman Tim Scott’s Historic Appointment

WASHINGTON – National Republican Congressional Committee incoming Chairman Greg Walden (R-OR) released the following statement regarding the announcement of Congressman Tim Scott’s (R-SC) appointment to the United States Senate:

“We could not be more proud that Tim Scott’s historic career started in the House and that Tim will continue to make history in the Senate. Tim has been an outstanding member of the Republican conference and South Carolina will be well-represented with today’s appointment. The NRCC looks forward to working closely with the Republican nominee who will fill Tim’s seat and continue leading South Carolina families in the right direction.”