Trump Endorses Both Candidates in South Carolina Gubernatorial Race

President Donald Trump announced on June 20, 2026, that he is endorsing both Republican candidates, Lt. Gov. Pam Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson, in the South Carolina gubernatorial runoff election scheduled for June 23. Trump previously endorsed Evette before the primary on June 9, which narrowed the candidate field. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that a vote for either candidate would benefit the state, saying, "You can’t go wrong." He expressed admiration for both candidates, noting their careers and support for his policies. The primary election saw Evette and Wilson as the top vote-getters, while other candidates, including Reps. Ralph Norman and Nancy Mace, did not advance. Recent polls indicate Wilson has a lead in the runoff. Trump's dual endorsement follows a trend of him supporting multiple candidates in competitive primaries, particularly after experiencing setbacks in other gubernatorial races.