AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSouth Carolina Politics: Rep. Nancy Mace’s governor bid is over after a fifth-place finish in the GOP primary; she blamed her loss on her role in pushing for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, but analysts say voters wanted more than headlines. Runoff Watch: Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and AG Alan Wilson advance to the June 23 GOP governor runoff, setting up a tight, issue-focused sprint. Local Government: Summerville residents are watching a Historic District rezoning closely, worried it could open the door to more commercial uses like offices, bars, or restaurants. Education: Dorchester School District Two approved its 2027 budget after projecting a shortage of millions, including a $2,500 teacher pay increase and no millage hike. Courts & Public Safety: A Rock Hill man was indicted for allegedly voting in 2024 despite not being a U.S. citizen. Business & Jobs: Charleston’s Horse Spot, an equestrian-event tech startup, is expanding and adding jobs after seed funding. Health: South Carolina DPH expanded its newborn screening panel, adding Hunter syndrome (MPS-II) and Fabry disease.
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