Republican Debate Drama and Policy

Half the Republican gubernatorial hopefuls in South Carolina skipped the debate — including Trump-endorsed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, Rom Reddy, and Alan Wilson — but Nancy Mace, Ralph Norman, and Josh Kimbrell showed up to deliver sharp policy pitches on immigration, election security, and affordability. All pledged transparency and tax cuts, with Mace pushing for income tax reduction. They clashed over the state’s open primary system and hemp-THC regulations, with Norman viewing marijuana as a gateway drug while Mace and Kimbrell favored regulated medical access. Early voting runs until June 5th, with the primary on June 9th — and SCETV’s Democratic debate is next. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0791bb33ddde6f3d