GOP senator running for Congress resigns, enabling voters to replace him in November

By: Seanna Adcox

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: June 22, 2026

Words: 578

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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COLUMBIA — State Sen. Wes Climer submitted his resignation Monday, allowing York County voters to choose his replacement on November’s general election ballot.

Climer’s “irrevocable resignation” takes effect Nov. 3, the same day voters will decide between him, Democrat Mallory Dittmer and Forward Party candidate Andy Kaplan as their next U.S. representative for the 5th District.

“This ensures continuous representation for the People of York County in the Senate and avoids the considerable cost and …

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