Rep. David Scott Confronts Journalist Over Capitol Photos

The 79-year-old congressman, recently replaced as top Democrat on the House Agriculture Committee, faces growing concerns about his health and leadership ability.

• Rep. David Scott (D-GA) yelled at a Politico photojournalist outside the U.S. Capitol, questioning his right to take photos in a public space.
• Scott’s aide later confronted the journalist, threatening to contact his editor and requesting that no further photos be taken during their Capitol entry.
• The incident comes as Scott, 79, has been replaced as the Democratic leader of the House Agriculture Committee, raising questions about his capacity to serve effectively.
• Colleagues and staff have expressed concerns about Scott’s cognitive and physical health, citing his reliance on scripts and difficulty engaging in policy discussions.
• Scott has defended his leadership, attributing criticisms to internal power struggles, but some lawmakers have called for new leadership and term limits.

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