Sen.
Rick Scott (R-Fla.) criticized progressive Democrats over government spending and defense policy disputes, arguing that socialist ideas could weaken individual freedom and the American economy.
Scott Targets Democrats Over Socialism On Wednesday, Scott made the remarks during a Fox News interview and in a post on X while discussing Democratic opposition to the National Defense Authorization Act, an annual bill that outlines U.S. defense priorities.
Responding to questions about the defense bill and national security concerns involving Iran, Scott said Republicans support the legislation and blamed Democrats for blocking it.
"You’d have to ask the Democrats.
