In South Carolina’s Pickens County, a significant majority of voters, around 75%, supported then-President Donald Trump in the 2020 election. This support was demonstrated on Saturday when approximately 50,000 Trump supporters gathered on Main Street in Pickens for the town’s Independence Day Spectacular. The event, covered by the Greenville News, was a hot and muggy affair, with Trump addressing the crowd and emphasizing the importance of hardworking patriots in building and saving the country. The atmosphere was made even more dramatic with accompanying music, as reported by Politico.
The massive crowd surpassed Pickens’ expectations and capacity, with attendees coming from nearby counties and even other states. Trump’s addition to the festival schedule only occurred two weeks prior, after Republican officials and the Secret Service successfully lobbied for area shutdowns. However, parking became an issue, leading to individuals paying as much as $60 to secure spots in lots and front yards. One church, though, chose not to charge attendees but accepted donations instead. The scorching mid-90s temperature prompted some participants to leave early, and over 50 individuals required assistance to access water and air conditioning. Police Chief Randall Beach revealed that besides the church, people sought relief in their cars, as well as the stairwells at the courthouse and police department.
Interestingly, the same level of enthusiasm was not extended to Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, the state’s senior senator. Despite endorsing Trump for another term, Graham faced relentless boos and jeers from the crowd, according to Yahoo News. While Graham has not supported Trump’s assertion that he won the 2020 election, his attempts to speak were drowned out by the negative response. Trump even made a comment about Graham’s occasional mistakes, triggering another round of booing that lasted over six minutes, according to the Greenville News. Graham’s ties to Pickens County, where he grew up, did not shield him from the crowd’s disapproval. Nevertheless, Trump attempted to reassure the audience, asserting their love for Sen. Graham.
In conclusion, the Pickens County rally showcased the overwhelming support for Donald Trump among South Carolina voters, with thousands of dedicated supporters gathering to hear his speech. The event also revealed the divisive sentiment towards Senator Lindsey Graham, despite his endorsement of Trump.
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