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Buttigieg visits South Carolina as he weighs another White House run
AP News • • nation
Key Points:
- Pete Buttigieg returned to South Carolina, where he previously struggled to connect with Black voters in his 2020 presidential campaign, aiming to rebuild support ahead of a potential 2028 run.
- Buttigieg received warm receptions, including standing ovations at a Black church, as he highlighted federal investments made during his tenure as Transportation Secretary and outlined his vision for the country's future.
- South Carolina, with its majority-Black Democratic electorate, will hold the first Democratic primary in 2028, making Black voter support crucial for candidates like Buttigieg.
- Buttigieg emphasized the need for political and institutional reform to address economic frustrations, and local leaders praised his message of hope and engagement.
- Other potential 2028 Democratic contenders have also begun visits to South Carolina, signaling the early start of the campaign in a state pivotal for Black voter influence.
