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Burns and Biggs Head to Runoff in South Carolina GOP Primary

Trump-backed pastor and McMaster-endorsed nurse practitioner vie for nomination in historically Republican district

Pastor Mark Burns, a Donald Trump endorsed congressional candidate for South Carolina District 3, which includes Clemson, speaks to the media during the Pro-palestine protest outside of Sikes Hall at Clemson University on Saturday, May 4, 2024.
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Overview

  • Mark Burns and Sheri Biggs advance to a runoff for South Carolina's 3rd Congressional District GOP nomination.
  • Burns, endorsed by Donald Trump, is a pastor and televangelist with a focus on Christian nationalism.
  • Biggs, endorsed by Governor Henry McMaster, is a nurse practitioner and military veteran with a conservative platform.
  • The runoff winner will face Democrat Bryon Best in the November general election.
  • Outgoing Rep. Jeff Duncan's retirement has opened a competitive race in a historically Republican district.