Despite Trump’s post, SC governor’s son says he won’t run with Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette

By: Jessica Holdman

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: June 5, 2026

Words: 689

Last Updated: 6 days, 7 hours ago

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COLUMBIA — A week after President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette brought accusations of a “backroom deal,” Henry McMaster Jr. said he will not be her running mate.

“I’ve been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from friends, neighbors, colleagues, and even strangers encouraging me to run for public office, but now is simply not the right time for me to be considered for Lieutenant Governor,” McMaster Jr., son of Gov. Henry …

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