2024 elections

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 2, 2024: the ongoing recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Helene; some of the key moments from Tuesday evening’s one-and-only vice presidential debate; part of host Gavin Jackson’s interview with AP reporter Jeffrey Collins who witnessed the first execution of a South Carolina inmate in 13 years; and more!

The two-week early voting period in South Carolina starts Monday, Oct. 21 and ends Saturday, Nov. 2.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 28, 2024: on the presidential campaign trail with highlights from both VP Harris and former Pres. Trump; analysis from Winthrop University political science professor Scott Huffmon; the Democratic National Committee’s plan to send tens of thousands to S.C. in hopes of flipping back some state House seats; and more!

Record fundraising leads to DNC investment in red South Carolina.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 21, 2024: a look at the Fed rate cut with USC research economist Joey Von Nessen; we head to Congress where a hearing on hate crimes becomes heated with Sen. Lindsey Graham; a roundup of the craziest stuff that happened this week on the campaign trail; and more!

Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is launching her own radio talk show next week on SiriusXM that's set to air once a week at least through the inauguration of a new president.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 17, 2024: two controversial figures will be speaking at USC Wednesday evening; the first S.C. execution in 13 years is set to take place Friday; we catch up with the AP’s Meg Kinnard and communications consultant Rob Godfrey about the importance of presidential debates and Taylor Swift; and more!

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 14, 2024: Rep. Joe Wilson suffered what appeared to be a stroke this week and remains hospitalized in stable condition; the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team visited the White House to celebrate their national championship title; we hear from former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and Gov. Henry McMaster who headlined a fundraiser for Sen. Tom Davis; and more!

Charleston's performing arts centers turns to music, panelists and performances to delve into democracy and what it means for all Americans.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 11, 2024, we recap some of the biggest moments from the historic debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.