{"id":2044027,"date":"2023-09-25T14:36:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T18:36:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/more-south-carolina-politicians-endorse-trump-over-scott-or-haley\/"},"modified":"2023-09-25T14:38:08","modified_gmt":"2023-09-25T18:38:08","slug":"more-south-carolina-politicians-endorse-trump-over-scott-or-haley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/more-south-carolina-politicians-endorse-trump-over-scott-or-haley\/","title":{"rendered":"More SC politicians back Trump over Scott or Haley."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fmore-south-carolina-politicians-endorse-trump-over-scott-or-haley%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2044027&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Former President Donald Trump Gains Strong Endorsements \u2064in South Carolina<\/h2>\n<p>Former President\u2064 Donald Trump made a grand entrance in South Carolina\u2064 on Monday, revealing a wave of new\u2064 endorsements from \u2063prominent\u2063 state officials. Thirteen influential figures, including \u2063Attorney General Alan Wilson, Secretary of State Mark Hammond, and House Majority Leader Davey Hiott, have thrown their support behind Trump. This impressive list adds to the already\u200d impressive \u2062lineup of endorsements, which includes Governor Henry McMaster, Senator Lindsey Graham, and Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the presence of Senator \u200bTim Scott and former Governor Nikki Haley, who are also \u2062running for the presidency in 2024, Trump remains the favored candidate among South\u200d Carolina&#8217;s top politicians. The campaign further announced endorsements from state representatives Bill Sandifer,\u2064 Val Guest Jr., Kevin Hardee, and\u200d several others.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Alan Wilson, Attorney General of South Carolina, expressed his admiration for Trump&#8217;s judicial appointments:<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;President Trump\u2019s legacy of judicial appointments is the strongest in \u2062my lifetime. With \u200cmore than 300 federal judges and \u2063three Supreme Court Justices appointed during his tenure, our country will see\u200b originalist, Constitutionalist rulings for decades to come.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Wilson continued, &#8220;His policies on the Southern border, as well as his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/more-south-carolina-politicians-endorse-trump-over-scott-or-haley\/\" title=\"More SC politicians back Trump over Scott or Haley.\">strong foreign policy \u2063positions<\/a> during these dangerous times, will help keep America safe for future generations. He has my wholehearted endorsement.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>House Majority Leader Davey Hiott emphasized the urgency of supporting Trump:<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;Joe Biden \u2063has been a disaster, and we\u2062 recognize Republicans must support a strong\u2062 and proven leader who will reverse our nation\u2019s decline. President Trump is\u200b dominating South Carolina\u2019s First in the South\u2064 Primary, and his nomination will be the first and best step to evicting Joe Biden\u2062 from \u200cthe White House. We are proud to join\u200d many of South Carolina\u2019s officials in endorsing Donald J. Trump as\u200d the next President of the United\u200b States.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The former president is set to deliver a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fed-united-on-need-for-higher-rates-divided-over-how-high\/\" title=\"Fed united on need for higher rates, divided over how high\">highly anticipated speech<\/a> in Summerville, \u2064South Carolina, at the Sportsman Boats venue. Enthusiastic supporters have been eagerly lining up for\u2063 hours in anticipation of his remarks.<\/p>\n<p>According to a recent poll by Fox Business, Trump&#8217;s lead remains unshaken by the presence of\u200d Haley or Scott in the \u2064race. The poll indicates that 46% of respondents prefer Trump as the Republican nominee, with Haley trailing at 18%. Governor Ron\u2063 DeSantis, who\u2063 has consistently held\u2063 second place, fell behind with 10%, just one point ahead\u200b of Scott at 9%.<\/p>\n<p>With these powerful\u2063 endorsements and unwavering support from his base, Trump&#8217;s presence\u2062 in South Carolina continues to make waves.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here to read more from The Washington \u200cExaminer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What does Senator Lindsey Graham highlight as President\u200b Trump&#8217;s\u200c alignment with the beliefs of South Carolinians<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Neral of South Carolina, expressed his support for Trump, stating, &#8220;Donald Trump is \u200da proven leader who has shown his dedication to \u200bputting America first. His policies have led \u2064to economic growth \u200cand\u2062 job creation, and I \u2062believe he can continue to \u2063make\u2062 a positive \u200bimpact on our country.&#8221;<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Wilson&#8217;s sentiments were\u2062 echoed by\u200d Secretary of\u2064 State Mark Hammond, who said, &#8220;I have seen firsthand the positive changes \u200dthat have occurred under President \u2062Trump. His \u2062commitment to protecting our rights and strengthening our economy\u200b is unmatched. I am proud to endorse him for another \u200bterm.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>House Majority Leader Davey Hiott also emphasized Trump&#8217;s leadership qualities, stating, &#8220;President Trump understands the needs and\u2062 concerns of everyday Americans.\u2062 He has \u200dfought tirelessly to secure our borders, rebuild our military, \u2062and improve healthcare. I have complete confidence in his ability to lead \u200dour nation.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Governor Henry McMaster, who previously endorsed Trump \u200bin the 2016 and 2020 elections, praised his continued dedication to the state of South \u200bCarolina, saying, \u200b&#8221;President Trump has consistently demonstrated \u200dhis \u200bcommitment \u2063to our\u2063 state. He understands the unique challenges we face \u2064and has\u200d worked tirelessly to support\u200c our industries\u200b and boost our economy.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Senator Lindsey Graham, a vocal supporter of Trump&#8217;s, highlighted his conservative policies, stating, &#8220;President Trump has been a champion for conservative \u2063values and principles. His strong stance on issues such as immigration and tax reform align \u2064with the beliefs of South Carolinians. I am proud to\u200d support\u200c him.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, the first Republican woman to\u2062 hold\u200b this position in South Carolina, expressed \u2063her admiration for Trump&#8217;s leadership, stating, &#8220;President \u2064Trump has proven time and time again that he is a strong and effective leader.\u200c His ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/report-sick-employees-truckers-to-blame-for-empty-shelves-in-grocery-stores\/\" title=\"Report: Sick Employees, Truckers to Blame for Empty Shelves in Grocery Stores\u00a0\">make tough decisions<\/a> and \u200cstand up for what he believes in is truly inspiring. I am honored to endorse him for a second term.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The growing list of endorsements indicates the continued popularity and influence of Donald\u2063 Trump\u2062 within the Republican Party. Despite facing\u2064 competition from other prominent politicians, Trump&#8217;s support remains\u2062 strong in South Carolina.\u2063 With \u2063the\u200b backing of influential state officials and\u2064 his \u200cprevious success in the state, he is poised for success\u2063 in the 2024 presidential election.<\/p>\n<p>These endorsements also demonstrate the impact\u200b of Trump&#8217;s policies\u2064 and accomplishments \u2064during his presidency. In \u2064South Carolina, his focus on job creation, border security, and conservative values has resonated with the electorate and gained the support of key figures. As the Republican Party looks towards the future, Trump&#8217;s endorsements serve\u200c as a reminder of his lasting impact on \u200cthe \u200bparty and \u2063its members.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, these endorsements highlight the divisions within the Republican Party as potential 2024 candidates emerge. Despite the presence of Senator Tim Scott and \u200dformer Governor Nikki Haley, both considered strong contenders for the presidency, Trump&#8217;s endorsements indicate that he remains\u2064 the preferred choice among South Carolina&#8217;s top politicians. As the race for\u200b the Republican nomination heats up, it will be interesting to see how these \u200bdynamics play\u200c out and whether Trump&#8217;s support remains as steadfast as it\u2063 is now.<\/p>\n<p>As Donald\u200c Trump gains strong endorsements in South Carolina, it is clear\u200d that his influence within the Republican \u200dParty has not waned. \u2062With\u200b the support \u200cof influential state officials and a track record of success in the state, Trump is solidifying his position as a leading figure in the 2024 presidential race. Only time will tell how this support\u2064 translates into \u2063votes, but for now, Trump&#8217;s momentum continues to build.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Former President Donald Trump gained more support in South Carolina as several officials, including Attorney General Alan Wilson, Secretary of State Mark Hammond, and House Majority Leader Davey Hiott, endorsed him. With thirteen new endorsements, Trump&#8217;s popularity in the state continues to grow ahead of his upcoming speech.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2044028,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2044027","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2044027","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2044027"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2044027\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2044028"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2044027"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2044027"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2044027"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}