GOP Primary Runoff Election in South Carolina's 3rd Congressional District

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Sheri Biggs, a nurse practitioner endorsed by Gov. Henry McMaster, won the GOP primary runoff election in South Carolina's 3rd Congressional District, defeating Mark Burns. Biggs, a lieutenant colonel in the Air National Guard, ran as a 'pro-life, pro-Second Amendment lifelong Republican.' She highlighted her commitment to working with former President Trump despite his endorsement of Burns.

Key Points

  • Sheri Biggs ran as a 'pro-life, pro-Second Amendment lifelong Republican'
  • Biggs had been endorsed by Gov. McMaster and highlighted her commitment to work with former President Trump
  • Mark Burns was endorsed by Trump and focused on border security and upholding the rule of law

Pros

  • Sheri Biggs won the Republican nomination to replace outgoing GOP Rep. Jeff Duncan
  • Endorsed by Gov. Henry McMaster
  • Committed to working with former President Trump

Cons

  • Mark Burns lost the runoff election despite Trump's endorsement
  • The runoff election was triggered after neither candidate received a majority of the vote