AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRedistricting Fight: South Carolina Republicans just took a major hit in President Trump’s push to redraw congressional lines—state senators rejected a plan that would have derailed early voting and reshaped districts aimed at top Democrats, including Rep. Jim Clyburn’s seat. Voter Backlash: Early voting still surged anyway, with record turnout statewide and Charleston-area voters casting thousands of ballots in the first hour, signaling voters won’t wait for lawmakers to “fix” maps midstream. Regional Fallout: The same day, a federal appeals court blocked Alabama’s GOP-backed map, showing the redistricting war is running into both courts and lawmakers. Politics Beyond SC: The broader GOP loyalty test also played out in Texas, where Trump-backed Ken Paxton beat John Cornyn in the Senate runoff. Local Life: In Mount Pleasant, some residents can literally take off from their backyards—private airstrips are part of the area’s unusual aviation culture. Sports: Clemson’s 2027 recruiting class is gaining momentum with a new commitment, as the Tigers look to reload for immediate impact.
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