Former S.C. Gov. Nikki Haley’s presidential campaign got a huge boost Tuesday ahead of the Republican primary, as Americans for Prosperity, the political arm of the powerful Koch network, formally endorsed her. The group is expected to provide a big influx of money and support as she seeks to win the party’s nomination over former President Donald Trump.
“AFP Action is proud to throw our full support behind Nikki Haley, who offers America the opportunity to turn the page on the current political era, to win the Republican primary and defeat Joe Biden next November,” AFP president and CEO Emily Seidel wrote in a memo announcing the group’s decision.
“She has what it takes to lead a policy agenda to take on our nation’s biggest challenges and help ensure our country’s best days are ahead. With the grassroots and data capability we bring to bear in this race, no other organization is better equipped to help her do it.”
Closer to home, Charleston’s new mayor-elect William Cogswell, a former Republican state representative, endorsed Haley’s campaign Tuesday on Fox News. Cogswell’s campaign reportedly declined interviews or additional comments after the sudden endorsement.
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Charleston City Council takes on Sumar Street, Woodland Shores projects. City of Charleston residents on Tuesday got an update on the highly-debated old Piggly Wiggly lot on Sumar Street, and the Maybank Highway/Woodland Shores Complete Streets Project.
Preservation Society’s motion for Calhoun Street development approved. The Preservation Society of Charleston’s request to participate in the ongoing legal appeal filed by a developer against the city has been granted by a state judge.
SLED charges fired Charleston County deputy with assault, misconduct. A former Charleston County Sheriff’s deputy who was fired earlier this month for what the department called “egregious conduct” during an arrest is now facing criminal charges.
Isle of Palms continues beach restoration efforts ahead of major project. Emergency beach restoration efforts will continue on the Isle of Palms after months of erosion.
Beach advocacy group calls for expanded parking on Isle of Palms. The Beach Foundation wants Isle of Palms leaders to crack down on rules regarding short-term renters and resident-only parking.
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