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Alan Wilson wins South Carolina governor’s race

Alan Wilson wins South Carolina governor’s race

Summary

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is projected to defeat Democratic state Rep. Jermaine Johnson in the governor’s race, according to Decision Desk HQ. Wilson will succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster and extend Republican control of the governor’s office.

Key Facts

  • Decision Desk HQ projected Wilson as the winner of South Carolina’s governor’s race.
  • Wilson is a Republican and has served as South Carolina attorney general since 2011.
  • Wilson’s opponent was Democratic state Rep. Jermaine Johnson.
  • The outgoing governor, Henry McMaster, is a Republican and cannot run again because of term limits.
  • Wilson’s victory would extend Republican control of South Carolina’s governor’s office.
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