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South Carolina gov expected to demand special session on redistricting as Georgia's Kemp calls for one

New York Post·Ryan King·19 days ago
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WASHINGTON —  South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is rumored to be eyeing a special session to pressure his fellow Republicans in the state legislature to adopt a congressional map that would endanger Rep. Jim Clyburn’s (D-SC) seat. South Carolina’s legislature, which tanked the redistricting effort on Tuesday, is currently in session until the end of the week, so he would have to push for one after it adjourns. “I urge the General Assembly to finish its work according to the U.S. and South Carolina constitutions and the best interests of the people,” McMaster said in a statement. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster’s office wouldn’t confirm or deny whether he plans to call for a special session. AP A spokesperson for the governor declined to comment on the rumors that he’s eyeing a special session. Top politicos in the Palmetto State, such as Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), claimed the governor intends to call a special session.…

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