Columbia Democratic State Rep. Jermaine Johnson says he is exploring bid for governor

Democrat Lawmaker Leans Toward 2026 S.C. Governor's Run

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SC House Democrat says he’s exploring run for governor

Rep. Jermaine Johnson, D-Columbia, pictured on the South Carolina Statehouse grounds on Sept. 18, 2024 (File/Jessica Holdman/SC Daily Gazette)COLUMBIA — After five sessions in the state House, Rep. Jermaine Johnson might make a bid for the Governor’s Mansion. The Columbia Democrat announced Saturday he’s forming a committee to assess support and engage with voters statewide, which is considered a step toward launching an official run. “From expa…

Columbia Democratic State Rep. Jermaine Johnson says he is exploring bid for governor

South Carolina state Rep. Jermaine Johnson says he has formed an exploratory committee to consider a campaign for governor of South Carolina in the 2026 election.