President Donald Trump congratulated South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson on his victory in the Republican gubernatorial primary following a runoff. Trump posted on Truth Social, stating, "ALAN WILSON WINS! Endorsed by President Trump!" Wilson received 68.6% of the vote, while Trump's earlier endorsement, Pam Evette, garnered 31.4%. After no candidate secured a majority in the initial primary, both Wilson and Evette advanced to a runoff. Trump later endorsed both candidates, stating he could not choose one over the other. Wilson expressed gratitude for Trump's endorsement, noting the support he has provided over the years. The primary included other candidates such as businessman Rom Reddy and U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman. Wilson acknowledged the competitive nature of the race but emphasized unity among the candidates following the election.
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Trump Endorsed Candidates in South Carolina Primary Election
President Donald Trump endorsed both Alan Wilson and Pam Evette in the South Carolina Republican gubernatorial primary. Wilson won the runoff election with 68.6% of the vote, while Evette received 31.4%. Trump congratulated Wilson on Truth Social and expressed gratitude for both candidates' campaigns.
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