Supreme Court allows broad enforcement of asylum limits
The Supreme Court is allowing nationwide enforcement of a new Trump administration rule that prevents most Central American immigrants from seeking asylum in the United States.
Politics
Sanford aims to connect with South Carolina voters despite no GOP primary in 2020
Recently, South Carolina’s Republican Party decided to join a wave of states by cancelling their primary in 2020.
Presidential candidate Tom Steyer campaigns during Midlands visit
A Democratic Presidential candidate was in the Midlands today.
Massive SC education overhaul bill faces another delay
A small group of senators going line by line over a massive bill overhauling South Carolina's education system aren't ready to finish their work yet.
South Carolina and Nevada GOP cancel 2020 presidential nominating contests
Republican officials in South Carolina and Nevada voted Saturday to cancel their nominating contests in 2020, prompting President Donald Trump's long-shot primary opponents to rail against the stunning but not unprecedented move. The votes, which come as Kansas and Arizona…
Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford to challenge Trump in primary
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Mark Sanford, the former South Carolina governor and congressman, has decided to launch a longshot Republican challenge to President Donald Trump. "I am here to tell you now that I am going to get in," Sanford said…
Mark Sanford enters 2020 presidential race
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- Former SC Governor and US Representative Mark Sanford announced via Twitter Sunday that he will challenge President Donald Trump for the Republican nomination in the 2020 presidential election. In his tweet, Sanford writes, "I am compelled…
Florida's Governor extends aid to SC after Hurricane Dorian
(CNN) --- While Florida escaped the worst of the storm today Florida's Governor said the state is ready to assist South Carolina if asked. Florida Governor Ron Desantis held a briefing this…
SC Attorney General warns of price gouging as Hurricane Dorian approaches
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- As evacuees make their way into South Carolina, everyone should be on the look out for hiked prices. Tuesday South Carolina's Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that price…
Democratic presidential candidate Castro campaigns in SC
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Democratic candidate Julian Castro was in town Thursday afternoon. The former director of the department of housing and urban development met with members of the south Carolina democratic black caucus…
Facebook puts strict policy in place for political ads
(CNN) --- One social media platform is rolling out new, strict rules surrounding political advertisements ahead of the 2020 election. Facebook says it caught some advertisers misleading users over who was funding some…
Democratic presidential candidate Julian Castro returns to Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Thursday August 29th former Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary and Presidential candidate, Julian Castro will make another visit to Columbia. Castro will meet with local leaders and…
Gillibrand drops out of 2020 Presidential race
(ABC News) --- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, (D)-N.Y., has announced she's dropping out of the race for president. "I am so proud of this team and all we've accomplished. But I think it’s important…
Senator Graham speaks at Lexington and Richland County Republican Party event
(WOLO) - US Senator Lindsey Graham was back in the midlands Tuesday night as a guest speaker for the Lexington and Richland County Republican Parties…
Beto O'Rourke to visit Benedict College on Tuesday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Democratic presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke will visit Benedict College on Tuesday. This marks his fifth trip to the Palmetto State and his first trip back since the mass shooting in El Paso. The event will be…
National Politics
- Georgia congressional election pits Trump-backed Clay Fuller against Shawn Harris Apr 7, 2026 5:44 AM EDTRepublican Clay Fuller faces Democrat Shawn Harris in a special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
- Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race Apr 7, 2026 12:45 AM EDTPresident Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race
- DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters Apr 6, 2026 8:35 PM EDTGov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law allowing Florida leaders to label groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations
- How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign Apr 5, 2026 11:30 AM EDTDemocrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message
- Can Kennedy lineage and hype over 'Love Story' help send JFK's grandson to Congress? Apr 5, 2026 5:07 AM EDTAs a Kennedy scion, Jack Schlossberg had a lot of hype behind him when he launched his congressional campaign in New York City late last year
- Trump administration asks appeals court to pause order halting White House ballroom construction Apr 4, 2026 7:57 PM EDTThe Trump administration is arguing that a judge’s order to halt construction of a $400 million ballroom creates a security risk for the president
- Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference? Apr 4, 2026 7:58 AM EDTPam Bondi is out of her job after failing to deliver criminal cases against President Donald Trump’s political enemies
- President Trump signs executive order that aims to stabilize college sports Apr 3, 2026 10:15 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at restoring “order, fairness and stability” to college athletics
- Democrats see Georgia's failure to curb data centers as an electoral gift Apr 3, 2026 5:40 PM EDTGeorgia lawmakers have ended their legislative session without addressing concerns over data centers
- Tennessee eases up on its unique child support rule for restoring voting rights after a felony Apr 3, 2026 5:16 PM EDTA new Tennessee law has eased up on two longstanding financial hurdles for people with felony sentences who want their voting rights back
