image Columbia, SC (WOLO) —- South Carolina Senator tim scott is weighing in on the Port Workers threatening to walk off the job. Scott is asking workers to delay the potential strike the storm that according to officials, has claimed the lives of more than a hundred people. Others left in the dark, homes damaged, and many staying in temporary shelters following Hurricane Helene. Scott asking the workers to wait to move forward with a strike that could take place as soon as Tuesday October 1, 2024 along the East and Gulf Coasts. Scott released a statement Monday evening saying, “At least 100 Americans have died, millions have been without power, and flooding continues to devastate homes and communities in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. I urge the members of the International Longshoremen’s Association to temporarily continue working under their current contract until the suffering from the storm has eased. As Americans, it is our duty to help those in need access shelter, food, water, and electricity. A strike would greatly disrupt our supply chain and economy, only worsening the pain of those who have already lost everything.”As Americans, it is our duty to help those in need access shelter, food, water, and electricity. a strike would greatly disrupt our supply chain and economy, only worsening the pain of those who have already lost everything.”   Categories: Local News, National News, News, Politics