Politics

Fired FBI Director claims President Trump demanded mafia boss-like loyalty

WASHINGTON, DC (WOLO, ABC) – Former FBI Director James Comey revealed all in a book about to be published. Comey opened up about what he says played out with President Trump before he was fired; their conversations; the private dinner; and the president’s demand for loyalty. Comey compared it to a mafia boss. Watch the video above for the full…

No Discussion on SC Assault Weapon Ban

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The South Carolina legislative session has come and gone without any meaningful conversation on gun control. The constitutional laws subcommittee was scheduled to take up Rep. Wendy Brawley’s proposal to ban assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, and bump stocks, but due to time constraints it was never brought up. The Richland Co. Democrat says she is disappointed but not…

Attorney General responds to Norman controversy

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – Attorney General Alan Wilson says U.S. Representative Ralph Norman will not face charges for placing a loaded handgun on a table during a campaign event. In a statement released today,  Wilson said the actions of the congressman do not warrant criminal prosecution and should not be pursued further. State Democrats called for an investigation after Norman…

Solicitor recuses self from congressman gun case

Rep. Ralph Norman pulls out own gun to make a point about violence By Annie Grayer, CNN Updated 8:14 PM ET, Fri April 6, 2018 Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, R-Wis., conducts a ceremonial swearing in of Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., in the Capitol on Monday, June 26, 2017. (Photo By Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call) Speaker of the House…

Richland Co. Council Responds to Seals Firing

Richland Co. , SC (WOLO) — The Richland County Council held a specially called meeting Monday afternoon, this after former County Administrator Gerald Seal sent an email to council members disputing being fired last week. Seals claims he was never told that he was being fired and in fact, learned of his dismissal from news reports. The County Council responded…