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South Carolina Republicans Consider Senate Bids After Endorsement
Two Republican members of Congress from South Carolina are weighing Senate campaigns even after the president endorsed a different candidate for the seat. The endorsement followed the death of the state's senior senator and the governor's appointment of a temporary replacement.
Jul 17, 4:53 PM·1m read1 source
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The president wrote on Truth Social that he asked the sister of the late senator, who was appointed by the governor to finish the term, to run for a full six-year term. The post stated that the endorsed candidate would be the best choice to honor the late senator's legacy.
The endorsed candidate has not confirmed plans to run.
A Semafor report indicated the candidate is exploring a run. A primary election is scheduled for August 11 to fill the seat. A contested primary could result from additional candidates entering the race.
Several other Republicans had been viewed as possible contenders. These included a lieutenant governor, a businessman, and a former member of Congress. The former member of Congress converted a campaign committee to a Senate committee, according to a Federal Election Commission filing. Two of the Republican members of Congress had run for governor earlier this year.
