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Trump Ignores Double Endorsement in Primary Victory Lap

Trump Ignores Double Endorsement in Primary Victory Lap

Summary

President Donald Trump claimed a perfect record of 16 wins and no losses in primary elections he endorsed, despite supporting two candidates in the South Carolina governor runoff, which meant one candidate he backed had to lose. He first endorsed Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, then also endorsed Attorney General Alan Wilson for the runoff, with Wilson winning the race.

Key Facts

  • President Trump said he has a 16-0 record in primary endorsements.
  • He showed these wins across New York, Utah, Maryland, and South Carolina.
  • In South Carolina’s governor race, Trump initially endorsed Pamela Evette.
  • Trump later endorsed Alan Wilson as well in the runoff election.
  • Both Evette and Wilson are described by Trump as "MAGA" and "America First."
  • Trump stated he endorsed both candidates because he couldn’t hurt one by only endorsing the other.
  • Alan Wilson won the South Carolina governor runoff.
  • Trump shared these endorsements and results on his social media platform, Truth Social.
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