DeMint says no current plans to seek re election
U S Senator Jim DeMint of South Carolina said he has no plans to seek re election in 2016 but did not rule out an extraordinary situation. He noted his plan to serve two terms and then pursue other work while urging fiscal discipline. DeMint added he hopes new lawmakers may consider replacing him.
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Jim DeMint
South Carolina
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Woman buys fake iPad blocks of wood in swindle
In Spartanburg a 22 year old woman was sold a block of wood painted as an iPad for 180 in a McDonald’s lot. The men claimed bulk purchase price of 300 and handed a FedEx box. Deputies investigate the scam.
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Spartanburg
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SC officials seek help on voter ID law with Clement
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirms enlisting former U S solicitor general Paul Clement to aid in obtaining federal approval for a photo ID voting measure. The Justice Department requested more information before deciding if the law may proceed.
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Attorney General’s Office
U.S
Paul Clement
U.S. Justice Department
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South Carolina Supreme Court limits local veto overrides
The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled that overriding a governor's veto requires a statewide two thirds of present legislators, not a local delegation. Senate leader Glenn McConnell said vetoes are statewide matters and called for reform.
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South Carolina
High Court
South Carolina Supreme Court
Senate
Glenn McConnell
Charleston Republican
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