Trump Makes Double-Endorsement in SC Governor's Race: What Polls Say
Summary
President Donald Trump gave a rare dual endorsement to Attorney General Alan Wilson and Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette in the South Carolina Republican governor runoff race. Polls show Wilson leading Evette, and Trump's endorsement puts him in a strong position to influence the outcome regardless of who wins.Key Facts
- President Trump initially endorsed Pamela Evette before the June 9 primary.
- On June 16, Trump endorsed both Evette and Alan Wilson for governor in the runoff.
- Both candidates are seen as supporters of Trump’s “MAGA” and “America First” policies.
- The runoff election is to replace outgoing Governor Henry McMaster.
- Polls show Alan Wilson leading in the runoff with about 59-63 percent support compared to Evette’s 25-28 percent.
- Evette finished first in the June 9 primary and shared this on social media.
- Trump’s endorsements in recent elections have had mixed success.
- The dual endorsement places Trump in a favorable position regardless of which candidate wins.
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