Good Morning, South Carolina - December 18, 2024
A daily political recap
Welcome to The Arena's daily political recap! Delivered straight to your inbox Monday through Friday, this series aims to keep you informed about the latest developments in South Carolina politics, all through a progressive lens.
As the state’s only progressive media outlet, we are dedicated to spotlighting stories you may have missed in the daily shuffle. Here’s what you need to know from the past 24(ish) hours:
Electoral College Votes Certified
South Carolina's nine Electoral College votes were cast for Donald Trump and JD Vance. While the ceremony itself was routine, the event comes with added weight in the shadow of controversies surrounding electoral integrity since 2020. Advocates on both sides of the aisle emphasized its significance for democracy.
Read more in the Post and Courier.
Marion Bowman’s Legal Plea
Death row inmate Marion Bowman is challenging his conviction, citing withheld evidence and claims of racial bias in his defense. Bowman’s attorneys argue his case reflects systemic flaws in capital punishment and hope for clemency or a reconsideration of his sentence.
Read more in the South Carolina Dialy Gazette.
Beaufort County Rift Over Secret Meeting
A private meeting regarding the U.S. 278 bridge project sparked backlash from the public and council members. Some are calling for resignations, while leaders defend the meeting as necessary for progress on a $190M funding gap.
Read more in the Island Packet.
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