South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has been projected to win the GOP primary runoff for South Carolina Governor. Wilson secured the nomination after a runoff election against Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette.
Initially, former President Trump endorsed Evette in May, but after Wilson advanced to a runoff with Evette, Trump extended his endorsement to both candidates. Trump expressed his confidence in both Evette and Wilson, stating that either one would be an excellent choice for governor.
The endorsement was seen as a significant development in the runoff election, with Trump highlighting the qualifications and track records of both candidates. He emphasized that both Evette and Wilson are committed to the MAGA and America First agendas.
Decision Desk made the projection shortly after the polls closed, declaring Wilson the winner of the Republican runoff. Wilson took an early lead over Evette and maintained it throughout the evening.
Wilson's victory sets up a general election matchup against Democratic State Representative Jermaine Johnson, who won the Democratic Primary earlier this month. Johnson will challenge Wilson in the general election, although South Carolina has not elected a Democratic governor since 1998.
Wilson's nomination was celebrated by Trump, who expressed his support for the attorney general on social media. With the Republican nomination secured, Wilson will now focus on the general election campaign.
