Pamela Evette

Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette conceded the 2026 Republican primary runoff for South Carolina governor to Attorney General Alan Wilson. Evette pledged support to Wilson as the Republican nominee and will face Democratic nominee Jermaine Johnson in the November election.

CBS News projects Alan Wilson has defeated Pamela Evette in the South Carolina Republican nomination runoff for governor. The election result was confirmed by CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto.

Alan Wilson is projected to win the 2026 Republican primary runoff for South Carolina governor, defeating Pamela Evette. The runoff followed a June 9 primary where neither candidate secured a majority. Wilson will face Democratic nominee Jermaine Johnson in the November election.

President Donald Trump endorsed both candidates in South Carolina's Republican gubernatorial runoff, with state Attorney General Alan Wilson defeating Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette to secure the GOP nomination. Trump's endorsement of both Wilson and Evette occurred as part of a crowded primary field that included Reps. Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman, who later endorsed Wilson after failing to advance to the runoff.

President Donald Trump endorsed both candidates in the South Carolina Republican gubernatorial runoff, but Alan Wilson, the state attorney general, won the GOP nomination against Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette. Trump's endorsement of both candidates, including an 11th-hour switch to Wilson, highlighted his influence over the GOP primary process.

Alan Wilson won the Republican nomination in the GOP runoff for South Carolina governor, defeating Pamela Evette. President Trump initially endorsed Evette but later endorsed both candidates after limited polling showed her trailing, helping avoid a third endorsement loss.

Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson are competing in a South Carolina Republican primary runoff for governor. President Trump is backing both candidates.

South Carolina voters selected the Republican governor nominee in a runoff between Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson, both endorsed by President Donald Trump. Trump initially supported Evette but later endorsed both candidates, complicating voter guidance. The race featured intense campaigning, including a contentious debate, with voters emphasizing either experience or a fresh perspective.

South Carolina held a Republican primary runoff election on June 23 for governor between Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson, as neither secured a majority in the June 9 primary. The winner will face Democratic candidate Jermaine Johnson in the November election. Other Republican candidates, including Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman, were eliminated.

Primary elections are underway in Maryland, New York, South Carolina, and Utah, with key races for governor in South Carolina and congressional seats in Utah. Voter turnout in New York's Lower East Side appears low despite a mayor's outreach.

Primary elections are underway in Maryland, New York, South Carolina, and Utah, with voters selecting nominees for congressional and gubernatorial races. Key contenders include Governor Wes Moore in Maryland, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and candidates for Utah's newly created Democratic-leaning congressional district. Voter turnout in New York's Lower East Side appears low despite Mamdani's presence.

Primary elections are underway in Maryland, New York, South Carolina, and Utah, with voters selecting nominees for congressional and gubernatorial races. Key contests include Democratic Governor Wes Moore's re-election bid in Maryland, competitive Democratic primaries in New York District 12, a Republican gubernatorial race in South Carolina, and a new Democratic-leaning congressional district in Utah.

South Carolina held primary runoff elections on June 23 for key races including governor and attorney general after no candidates secured a majority in the June 9 primary. The runoff includes races for U.S. House, agriculture commissioner, and state House positions.

South Carolina voters will select the Republican governor nominee in a runoff between Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson, both backed by President Donald Trump. The candidates have engaged in a contentious campaign with ads and a debate, and the winner will face Democratic candidate Jermaine Johnson in November.

South Carolina voters are participating in a runoff election to determine the Republican nominee for governor, with Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson as candidates. Both candidates received endorsements from President Donald Trump, leading voters to consider their platforms and policies. The winner will face Democratic candidate Jermaine Johnson in November.

Trump endorsed both Republican contenders in the South Carolina governor runoff, an unexpected move as voters prepare to cast ballots. He initially supported Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette but now backs both candidates.

President Donald Trump co-endorsed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson for South Carolina governor. The endorsement is part of the South Carolina governor’s race.

President Donald Trump endorsed both Alan Wilson and Pamela Evette, the top two Republican candidates for South Carolina governor, who are set to face a runoff election. Trump praised them as 'MAGA and America First' and stated he could not choose between them.

President Donald Trump stated either Republican candidate, Pamela Evette or Alan Wilson, would be a good pick for South Carolina’s governor runoff. This marks a shift from his earlier endorsement of Evette, reflecting his strategic hedging amid recent primary losses for some of his backed candidates. Both candidates received praise on Trump’s Truth Social platform, with Wilson also gaining support from Sen. Tim Scott.

President Donald Trump stated both Republican candidates for South Carolina governor — Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson — would be good picks, reversing his prior endorsement of only Evette. The shift follows mixed results for his endorsed candidates in other states, and both Evette and Wilson have responded to his endorsement.

President Donald Trump stated that either Republican candidate in South Carolina's governor runoff would be a good pick, reversing his earlier endorsement of Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette. He praised both contenders on his Truth Social platform ahead of the election.

Lt. Governor Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson will compete in a June 23 South Carolina GOP runoff to determine the Republican nominee for Governor. Evette has received an endorsement from President Donald Trump, while Wilson is campaigning with York County Congressman Ralph Norman.

President Donald Trump stated either Republican candidate for South Carolina governor — Pamela Evette or Alan Wilson — would be a good pick, reversing his earlier endorsement of Evette. Trump praised both on Truth Social, while Evette and Wilson separately acknowledged his support. The move reflects Trump's strategic shift amid mixed success for his endorsed candidates in recent races.

President Donald Trump endorsed both Alan Wilson and Pamela Evette in the South Carolina GOP gubernatorial runoff, marking his second endorsement in the race. The move comes as a test of Trump's influence over Republican candidates, with Wilson and Evette advancing to the June 23 runoff after a primary with multiple contenders.

President Donald Trump endorsed both Alan Wilson and Pamela Evette in the Republican gubernatorial runoff in South Carolina. This follows his previous dual endorsements in other races, including Arizona's 1st Congressional District and Missouri's 2022 GOP Senate primary. The runoff between Evette and Wilson includes personal attacks and contrasts in their political experience.

President Trump shifted his stance in South Carolina after losses in governor’s races. He endorsed Pamela Evette, the state’s lieutenant governor, in late May.

Alan Wilson and Pamela Evette, GOP candidates for South Carolina Governor, clashed in a debate where they accused each other of lying and discussed positions on ending the state's income tax, legalizing medical marijuana, and expanding school choice.

Two Republican candidates for South Carolina governor, Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson, will debate live on June 16 ahead of their primary runoff on June 23. The debate is part of a series streamed by WBTV, with the winner facing Democratic candidate Jermaine Johnson in the general election.

A runoff for multiple South Carolina primary races is scheduled for June 23, 2026, including the Republican gubernatorial nomination between Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson, who will face Jermaine Johnson in the general election. Additional Republican runoffs are set for attorney general and agriculture commissioner nominations.

Primary elections in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Georgia are testing Donald Trump's influence in Republican primaries. The outcomes in Georgia's gubernatorial runoff and other races will determine if Trump's endorsements can overcome financial resources and insider status. Democratic primaries also face divisions between progressives and moderates.

Ralph Norman endorses AG Alan Wilson for the Republican nomination for governor after losing the primary to Wilson and Lt. Governor Pamela Evette. Norman made the announcement in Rock Hill following his defeat.

Congressman Ralph Norman has endorsed Alan Wilson in the South Carolina Republican gubernatorial runoff election, which was triggered because no candidate secured over 50% of the primary votes. Norman praised Wilson's qualities and policy goals, including tax cuts and infrastructure improvements, and will remain in Congress until December before launching an accountability group.

Texas Senator Ted Cruz is endorsing candidates who oppose Donald Trump's choices in Georgia and South Carolina governor races, signaling his independence as he considers a 2028 presidential bid. Cruz's moves challenge Trump's influence within the Republican Party, though they carry risks if Trump-backed candidates win.

South Carolina’s lieutenant governor and attorney general will compete in a Republican gubernatorial runoff after neither secured a majority in the primary. President Donald Trump endorsed Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, who received 30% of the vote, while Attorney General Alan Wilson trailed with 26%. A Democratic candidate aims to challenge the Republican winner in the general election.

Rep. Nancy Mace finished fifth in South Carolina's Republican primary for governor, ending her campaign marked by shifting political alliances and controversial statements. She criticized President Donald Trump over the Jan. 6 Capitol attack but later sought his support, while advocating for a citizenship law and disputing another candidate's eligibility. Mace's campaign struggled with fundraising and media presence.

Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic Senate primary, setting up a race against Susan Collins. In South Carolina, Trump-backed Sen. Lindsey Graham secured a Senate GOP primary victory, and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette advanced to a gubernatorial runoff against Alan Wilson. The outcomes highlight progressive influence in Maine and Trump's support in South Carolina.

Graham Platner won the Democratic primary in Maine, positioning him to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in a pivotal Senate race. In South Carolina, Trump-backed candidates Lindsey Graham and Pamela Evette advanced, avoiding runoffs. The left's victory in Maine's primary, despite Platner's controversies, signals momentum for progressive candidates.

Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson advanced to a runoff in South Carolina's GOP governor race. The result marked a decisive defeat for Nancy Mace. The winner of the Republican primary is favored to win the general election.

In South Carolina, Republican candidates for governor Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson are both MAGA supporters. Trump endorsed Evette but not Wilson, leading to a GOP runoff.

Trump-backed Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson advance to a runoff in South Carolina's Republican gubernatorial primary. Nancy Mace, a candidate, faces a decisive defeat. The winner is expected to have an advantage in the general election due to South Carolina's conservative leanings.