South Carolina’s Republican gubernatorial primary is moving to a runoff after results left the race without a decisive winner. The next contest centers on whether President Donald Trump’s endorsement can secure the nomination for his chosen candidate, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette. Multiple outlets report that Evette advances but does not win outright, setting up a runoff against a field that includes or is led by South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, who also advances following Tuesday’s primary. Coverage highlights that Evette’s performance reflects both the influence of Trump’s endorsement and the limitations of that support, as she faces uncertainty about the outcome of the runoff election. One report notes that the Trump-backed bid encounters a key test in a state GOP contest after his Iowa-backed candidate previously lost, adding context to the significance of the South Carolina race for assessing Trump’s broader impact within the party. Another report describes the runoff as involving a crowded set of rivals, with Evette positioned among the advancing candidates. The final result in the runoff will determine the Republican nominee for governor.