South Carolina election news
- PoliticsThe State
Judge denies SC 3rd Congressional District hopeful’s request to stop ballot printing
The SC GOP kept Michael LaPierre’s name off the ballot. He sued his party and the election commission.
2 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
On attack: Florida's Matt Gaetz rallies in Greenville, endorses Morgan, attacks Timmons
About 400 people filled a Greenville Marriott ballroom to hear Gaetz 'We will not save this country with the current group of folks we have in Congress'
3 min read - USRock Hill Herald
Who pays when Trump, other presidential candidates rack up campaign costs in Rock Hill?
Public records obtained by The Herald reveal new details about how much help presidential candidates required — and the total cost.
6 min read - OpinionGreenville News
Social Security was a key issue in S.C's GOP Primary
GOP official says Nikki Haley's stance on retirement age, Social Security might be a key reason Donald Trump prevailed in her home state's primary.
3 min read - USHilton Head Island Packet
‘Women are fired up’: Beaufort County Democratic ticket aims to unseat GOP incumbents
As they campaign, the Democratic candidates will be making appeals to women across the political aisle on issues such as reproductive rights and gun laws.
4 min read - USRock Hill Herald
Why insiders say ‘people’s choice’ for York County sheriff won’t be decided on June 11
Filing wrapped up Wednesday in what’s likely to be York County’s most competitive local election in 2024.
7 min read - USGreenville News
Matt Gaetz to campaign for Adam Morgan, 'Congress needs more America First warriors'
Far-right conservative Matt Gaetz, a Florida Congressman, is coming to Greenville to help campaign against his colleague William Timmons.
2 min read - USRock Hill Herald
Rock Hill Police administrator jumps in York County sheriff’s race. Field grows to 5
As the field grows, so do the chances of a runoff on June 11 in what’s likely to be this year’s hottest local election.
3 min read - USRock Hill Herald
Ex-Rock Hill officer joins three others in Republican York County sheriff 2024 race
Sheriff race filing is open through Wednesday for the June 11 primary with the potential for a runoff.
3 min read - USRock Hill Herald
2 retired deputies join sheriff’s wife in Republican York County sheriff race
The sheriff’s race filing is open through Wednesday and could become the most hotly contested election in the June 11 primary with the potential for a runoff.
3 min read - PoliticsThe State
SC GOP says this candidate for Congress doesn’t live in the district, kicks him off ballot
Michael LaPierre was one of 11 people to file to run for the seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-Laurens, who is not seeking reelection.
2 min read - USRock Hill Herald
Should York County voters OK $225M for projects they already approved? Here’s the case
Carryover projects from prior Pennies for Progress votes make up more than half of the coming campaign amount.
6 min read - PoliticsThe State
Can family be paid with campaign funds? Recent remarks spark criticism, questions
Rep. Adam Morgan, a Greenville Republican who is seeking the SC 4th Congressional District seat against incumbent William Timmons, took to the House floor Tuesday to speak against campaign contributions being used for childcare. He said campaign contribution money should not have any connection to personal affairs.
4 min read - USRock Hill Herald
With Kevin Tolson out, York GOP votes to start filing again in 2024 sheriff’s election
The sheriff’s race is just getting started, and it could become the most hotly contested election on the ballot.
3 min read - PoliticsThe State
Should SC candidates be able to spend your campaign donations on childcare?
Campaign funds for childcare? SC lawmakers debate
4 min read - USThe State
Does Lexington sheriff candidate actually live in the county? A fight is unfolding
Garry Rozier moved back to Lexington County in January 2023, the same month he would run against Sheriff Jay Koon.
4 min read - PoliticsThe State
South Carolina is more than 1,000 miles from the border. Why is immigration a top issue?
Only 5.3% of South Carolina’s population is foreign born and 68.9% of the population is white. But when Republican voters went to the polls during the S.C. GOP presidential primary, their most important issue was immigration.
8 min read - USRock Hill Herald
‘I’m running, period.’ Why a retired SC deputy could shake up York County sheriff race
Incumbent Kevin Tolson, a Republican, filed for re-election on March 18, but formally withdrew from the race April 2.
3 min read - PoliticsThe State
6 SC candidates for Congress aren’t Democrat or Republican. Here are your third party candidates
You don’t have to vote Democrat or Republican. Here are the third party candidates running for Congress in SC
4 min read - PoliticsThe State
Should SC voters decide abortion access? Some senators are pushing for a ballot question
Here’s what happened Wednesday when a group of Democratic senators tried to reverse SC’s six-week abortion ban.
2 min read - USGreenville News
Greenville County GOP to host first debate for SC House of Representatives District 28
Greenville County GOP will hold a debate between three candidates for the SC House of Representatives District 28
1 min read - PoliticsThe State
With filing done, the 8 most interesting SC races and storylines to watch in 2024
Forty house districts have republican primaries, including 10 districts currently represented by the House Freedom Caucus members. Does the primary lead to more or fewer freedom caucus members.
5 min read - USThe Anderson Independent-Mail
2024 city council elections: Here's who won the races for Anderson district seats
On Tuesday, Apr. 2, four districts in Anderson's city council had election seats up for grabs. Here are the winners of each race.
2 min read - PoliticsRock Hill Herald
2024 elections set in SC. Here’s who is running in York, Chester, Lancaster counties
York County’s top prosecutor faces a primary and a Democrat who lost in 2022 tries again to unseat Rep. Ralph Norman.
6 min read - USThe Anderson Independent-Mail
Anderson residents headed to the polls. Voters to decide on five council member seats.
The City of Anderson General Election will occur on April 2 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
2 min read - USMyrtle Beach Sun News
Are you ready to vote in South Carolina’s primary? Here’s who is running and what to know
Horry County voters will go to the polls in June for South Carolina’s primary election. Several state legislative seats and U.S. congress seat is up for grabs.
2 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
Candidate filings close. Who's on ballot? Contested races in Upstate in June, November.
More than 40 races will be up for election across the Upstate this June. Here's a list of candidates and the seats they are vying for.
6 min read - USThe State
New leadership for Richland County? Here’s who voters will see on upcoming local ballots
Up to four new faces could join Richland County Council, and the popular sheriff is facing a challenger.
2 min read - USThe State
Any surprises on the ballot? Who’s running for Lexington County offices in 2024
Lexington County voters will have some crowded primary races to choose from this election year. With filing officially closed, here’s a look at the races.
2 min read - USRock Hill Herald
York County sheriff’s wife files to run for his job. Here’s why they won’t compete
Kevin Tolson was first elected sheriff in 2016. His wife is Beth Tolson, who has a law enforcement background and could take his place.
2 min read - USThe State
SC Sen. McLeod left Democratic Party in 2023. Now she’ll stay off 2024 ballot
McLeod also ran for governor in 2022, but lost in the Democratic primary to former U.S. Rep. Joe Cunningham. McLeod later complained about the party and said it didn’t do enough to support Black female candidates.
2 min read - USThe State
Citadel cadet arrested in Jan. 6 Capitol riot files for S.C. House seat as Republican
Elias Irizarry, who attends the Citadel and was arrested in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, has filed for election to the S.C. House of Representatives in a district covering Chester and York counties.
4 min read - PoliticsThe State
Who in the Pee Dee is running for the SC House in 2024?
Here’s an overview of which candidates have filed to vie for seats in the South Carolina House from the Pee Dee region.
2 min read - PoliticsThe State
Who in the Lowcountry is running for SC House in 2024?
Here’s an overview of which candidates have filed to vie for seats in the South Carolina House from the Lowcountry.
3 min read - USSpartanburg Herald-Journal
Spartanburg County Democratic Party leader joins primary race for Congress in District 4
'I think it's time for a qualified woman to run for office,' said Congressional candidate Kathryn Harvey, the sole Democrat, so far, to seek the seat
3 min read - PoliticsThe State
Who in the Midlands is running for the SC House in 2024? June primaries are set.
Here’s an overview of which candidates have filed to vie for seats in the South Carolina House from the Midlands.
4 min read - PoliticsThe State
Who’s running for Congress in SC? Candidates are filing, campaigning
Here’s who’s filed to run for Congress
3 min read - USHilton Head Island Packet
Herbkersman’s house swaps may raise questions in state house re-election bid
The representative bought a house outside of his district but says he doesn’t live there
3 min read - USSpartanburg Herald-Journal
Veteran, educator, businessman Clemson Turregano to run for SC House District 33
Spartanburg businessman Clemson Turregano will make a formal announcement on Saturday; candidates in the June 11 primary must file by April 1
3 min read - USRock Hill Herald
Fort Mill’s $204 million school bond passes, unofficial election results show
The ballot asked voters to approve $204 million for a new middle school and more.
5 min read - USThe State
Filing closed for SC’s 2024 elections. Who’s running in Midlands Senate primaries
This will be the first election with the newly drawn Senate district lines since the reapportionment after the 2020 Census.
3 min read - USRock Hill Herald
These are York, Lancaster, Chester county elections on primary ballots in 2024
Candidates start to file for seats Saturday, March 16 through April 1.
5 min read - PoliticsHilton Head Island Packet
A military vet with a Hilton Head connection: Mac Deford wants to beat Mace for Congress
Former president Donald Trump endorse incumbent U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace earlier this month.
4 min read - PoliticsThe State
Trump has clinched GOP nomination. These Republicans will spend $50M opposing his election
It’s clear, short of an extraordinary circumstance, Donald Trump will be the 2024 Republican presidential nominee. But this group of Republicans, including South Carolinians, who formerly supported the former president, say never again.
4 min read - USThe State
New $2.2B tax could double current road spending in Richland County. What projects may be included?
Richland County Council is debating whether to ask voters to support a new transportation penny sales tax in 2024. A draft project list reveals which road construction projects could get attention, some costing tens of millions of dollars.
6 min read - PoliticsSpartanburg Herald-Journal
Greer businessman Skip Davenport to run for SC Senate in District 12
Greer businessman Skip Davenport announced his candidacy for the SC Senate District 12 seat held by Scott Talley March 13.
1 min read - PoliticsThe State
Trump weighs in on Mace’s race for congress. See who former president endorsed.
SC Republican critical of former president after Jan. 6 gets his endorsement to retain congressional seat
1 min read - PoliticsThe State
Haley 2024 is done. What could the former SC governor’s political future hold?
At 52 years old, Haley is very much still in her political prime, considering President Joe Biden is 81 and former President Donald Trump is 77.
9 min read - USGreenville News
7 seats up for grabs on Greenville County Council in 2024. Here's what to know.
Who is up for re-election? Dates to know for Greenville County Council elections.
2 min read - USThe Anderson Independent-Mail
Candidates running for the city of Anderson general election: What you need to know
The City of Anderson General Election will occur on April 2 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2 min read - USHilton Head Island Packet
150 years after this Beaufort man served in Congress, his great-great grandson wants the job
Michael Moore makes a campaign stop in Beaufort as he revs up his campaign for the 1st Congressional seat, which covers the Lowcountry
6 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
Nikki Haley drops out of presidential race. Republicans Graham, Timmons react
Rep. William Timmons posted on X this morning that he hoped Haley would endorse Trump. Sen. Lindsey Graham said Haley had "a lot to be proud of."
5 min read - PoliticsThe State
SC’s Nikki Haley does not endorse Donald Trump as she leaves 2024 GOP presidential race
Haley and previous GOP White House hopefuls signed a pledge with the Republican National Committee to support the eventual nominee in order to debate. Trump did not sign that pledge.
3 min read - PoliticsThe State
SC’s Haley suspends bid for 2024 GOP nomination after Trump wins 23 of first 25 contests
The former South Carolina governor ended her bid for the presidency after losing to former U.S. President Donald Trump in almost every contest, including her home state’s primary election. She was the last major candidate trying to loosen Trump’s grip on the Republican Party.
11 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
'I will not stop using my voice.' Haley suspends presidential bid, doesn't endorse Trump
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has scheduled a 10 a.m. speech in Charleston where she is expected to drop out of the 2024 presidential race.
3 min read - PoliticsThe State
SC’s Nikki Haley leaves presidential race after one Super Tuesday win
Former South Carolina governor and ambassador to the United Nations was the last standing challenger to former president Donald Trump for the 2024 GOP nomination.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Anderson Independent-Mail
Sen. Lindsey Graham says Tim Scott good VP choice for Trump, and Haley should drop out
Senator Lindsey Graham Lindsey highlights Supreme Court Ruling, Tim Scott, Super Tuesday and Nikki Haley
2 min read - PoliticsThe State
Haley wins her first primary of 2024. Is DC victory enough before Super Tuesday?
Victory ends Trump sweep of nominating contests; Trump looks for big day in next 16 states
3 min read - OpinionSpartanburg Herald-Journal
S.C.'s caregivers need help, and those seeking office should take notice
Former legislator writes column urging those seeking public office to support policies that would help to ease S.C. caregivers; burdens.
2 min read - OpinionGreenville News
2024 voters in S.C., elsewhere want smart solutions to violent crime
Opinion columnist says S.C. voters and voters in other states are attuned to the issue of violent crime and want candidates to have 'smart solutions.'
3 min read - USMyrtle Beach Sun News
What’s a protest hearing? This SC town will have one to decide its election 3 months later
An Horry County election official said such a hearing is not called often. South Carolina’s law outlines how the election hearing is to be conducted.
2 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
Former president Donald Trump endorses William Timmons for Congress for second time
Former president Donald Trump endorses William Timmons for Congress for a second time after endorsing him in 2022.
2 min read - PoliticsThe State
Nuisance, danger or something more? How a far-right GOP faction is dividing SC’s State House
They’re accused of “whining,” “lying shamelessly for attention” and putting on a show to climb the political ladder. But the Freedom Caucus has influenced some of the most conservative legislation to pass through South Carolina in recent memory. How much power does a small but loud Republican faction have? It depends who you ask, but they’re not quieting down.
25 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
Greenville County Democratic Party re-elects Amanda McDougald Scott for chair.
Greenville County Democratic Party will reorganize this weekend by electing new leadership.
1 min read - PoliticsThe State
Trump and Biden won Michigan. But ‘uncommitted’ votes demanded attention
Despite getting only 27% of vote, Haley says she is going on to Super Tuesday
7 min read - USThe State
Irmo voters pick a familiar face for town council in Tuesday’s special election
Irmo has a complete set of town council members again for the first time since November, after a special election on Tuesday.
1 min read - PoliticsThe State
SC GOP voters rejected Haley in primary. Does she have to reject them to beat Trump?
Haley carried only three SC counties. Trump won by 20 points
7 min read - PoliticsThe State
Fact check: Did Trump really win “double the votes” in SC GOP primary?
Trump wins easily in SC. But did he get twice as many a candidate ever received?
3 min read - PoliticsThe State
‘Done as a Republican’: Winless Haley plods on as future in GOP is questioned
Former governor suffered another loss to Donald Trump in Saturday’s South Carolina GOP primary.
4 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
Greenville County GOP celebrates former President Donald Trump's win in South Carolina
Greenville County GOP celebrated as former President Donald Trump won South Carolina against former governor Nikki Haley.
2 min read - USGreenville News
Upstate voters show strong support for Donald Trump in decisive win over Nikki Haley
The Republican primary race was called for the former president shortly after polls closed at 7 p.m. The Michigan primary on Tuesday is up next
5 min read - PoliticsThe State
Marjorie Taylor Greene, Matt Gaetz at Trump’s SC GOP primary win. Who else was there?
It was star-studded stage of Republican politicos on the former president’s stage.
2 min read - USThe State
Searching for polls or waiting in line. What primary day was like in the Midlands
While Trump won by margins, voters weren’t shy about who they were choosing and why.
5 min read - OpinionAiken Standard, S.C.
Column: Voting is important and elections have consequences
Feb. 24—Well, today's the big day. South Carolina is holding its Republican presidential primary, and all eyes are on the Palmetto State. I guess it's time to address the elephant in the room: Who are you voting for? I once heard the late Carl Langley, a wise and veteran journalist, say there are three things you don't discuss in polite company: religion, politics and college football. The ...
4 min read - PoliticsThe State
‘I’m a woman of my word,’ SC’s Haley vows to stay in presidential race against Trump
What’s next for South Carolina’s former governor Nikki Haley?
10 min read - USHilton Head Island Packet
Haley vs. Trump: Beaufort Co. voters show up strong at polls. Here’s how they voted
Turnout across Beaufort County has been higher than expected in the state’s pivotal choice between Nikki Haley and Donald Trump. Polls are open until 7 p.m. Saturday.
2 min read - PoliticsMyrtle Beach Sun News
Poll: Voters across Myrtle Beach area reveal their GOP choice for president
The Sun News spoke to more than 30 voters across at polling places in the Myrtle Beach area. Here’s what they said about the Haley vs. Trump contest.
3 min read - PoliticsGreenville News
Voting in SC's Republican primary Saturday? How to check registration, find voting locations
Nikki Haley, Donald Trump and Ryan Binkley are on the Republican primary ballot which takes place on Feb. 24. Here is what to know ahead of Saturday.
1 min read - USThe State
Haley staying in; Trump cruises in SC. Here are the latest results
“I’m a woman of my word,” Haley says about staying in the race.
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