Rick Scott Hammers Obama for Drilling Ban

Incoming Gov. Rick Scott came out swinging at the Obama administrations announcement of continuing the ban on offshore drilling in the eastern Gulf.

The Obama administration's offshore drilling ban is yet another example of government regulation impeding economic growth, said Scott late Wednesday. Florida is committed to pursuing energy independence, which is essential to national security. With sound policies in place, we could expand domestic drilling and eliminate our reliance on foreign oil. Furthermore, I am disappointed that the White House has chosen to unilaterally impose a policy that threatens job-creation and economic growth in Florida without consulting our office.