South Carolina voters are heading to the polls to finalize the Republican nominee for governor in a runoff election. The two candidates, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and state Attorney General Alan Wilson, have both been endorsed by President Donald Trump.
Background on the Candidates
Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette has been endorsed by Trump since the primary, but Wilson has also gained momentum in the race. Wilson has been the state’s top prosecutor since 2011 and has often mentioned the legal cases on which he’s filed briefs supporting the Trump administration.
Evette, on the other hand, has touted her background in business, not politics. She has been endorsed by Gov. Henry McMaster, who chose her as his running mate in the 2018 and 2022 governor’s races.
Debate and Endorsements
The two candidates met for a single debate, which quickly devolved into a back-and-forth over allegations of mudslinging and taxpayer-funded salary increases. Wilson has also drawn backing from some of the other contenders who failed to make the runoff, including U.S. Reps. Ralph Norman and Nancy Mace.
Trump’s endorsement has been a significant factor in the race, with both candidates seeking to capitalize on his support. However, it remains to be seen whether his endorsement will be enough to secure the nomination for either candidate.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
