South Carolina Voters Decide GOP Governor Runoff as Polls Open
Trump’s endorsement did not settle the race, and the winner will face Democratic nominee Jermaine Johnson in November.
- South Carolina Republican gubernatorial runoff took place between Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson, both endorsed by President Donald Trump in a rare dual endorsement to support both candidates.
- Evette led the initial primary with 28.9%, and Wilson had 26.1%, but Wilson gained a clear lead before the runoff and ultimately won decisively.
- Trump's dual endorsement was strategic, allowing him to claim victory regardless of the runoff outcome.
- Wilson will face Democrat Jermaine Johnson in November, with Wilson heavily favored in the Republican-leaning state.
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The runoff was one of the few races this year featuring both candidates endorsed by President Trump. His picks have had mixed results in governor’s contests. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/23/us/south-carolina-governor-alan-wilson.html Author : Eduardo Medina Publish date : 2026-06-24 01:16:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
South Carolina Attorney General Clinches GOP Nomination for Governor
Alan Wilson, South Carolina's Attorney General, triumphed in the Republican gubernatorial primary runoff, overcoming Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette. This victory signals a strong position for conservative leadership in the state. The post South Carolina Attorney General Clinches GOP Nomination for Governor appeared first on News Addicts.
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South Carolina voters will choose between 2 Trump-backed candidates for governor in runoff
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