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Trump endorses Pam Evette, snubs Mace in South Carolina governor primary

May 30, 2026

Summary

President Trump endorsed South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette over Nancy Mace and Feenstra in Iowa, wading into two Republican gubernatorial primary contests.

How coverage differs

  • Center: Trump's endorsement decision impacts South Carolina governor primary race Center outlets report President Trump's endorsements of Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette in South Carolina and Feenstra in Iowa, noting his decision to back Evette over Rep. Nancy Mace. They neutrally present the facts of his involvement in two Republican gubernatorial primaries.
  • Right: GOP candidates vie for Trump's decisive primary endorsements Right-leaning outlets highlight President Trump's strategic endorsements of Pamela Evette in South Carolina and Feenstra in Iowa, emphasizing his continued influence within the Republican Party. They frame these actions as a decisive move to shape the future of GOP leadership in key states.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • Trump snubs Mace with endorsement of Pam Evette for South Carolina governor

Right

  • Trump jumps into 2 GOP governor primaries, backing Evette in South Carolina and Feenstra in Iowa

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