Episode Details

Broadcasting live from the "Salute to Liberty" event for Congresswoman Sherri Biggs at the Anderson Civic Center, host Charlie James opens the show by diving into local political drama surrounding an upcoming primary debate at the Newberry Opera House. He addresses rumors regarding why radio host Joey Hudson was removed as a debate moderator. While initial claims blamed the Graham campaign, statement updates from campaign representative Abby Zilch suggest the decision came directly from the South Carolina GOP (SCGOP) leadership. Callers weigh in on Joey Hudson’s reputation as a fair interviewer and voice their perspectives on the race between Congressman Ralph Norman and Darlene Graham. Throughout the hour, Charlie James speaks with key conservative candidates present at the event. State Representative John McCravy shares his thoughts on the state budget, voicing approval over reported gubernatorial vetoes regarding high-spending items like funding for Scout Motors. Next, Republican candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture Cody Simpson joins to discuss his campaign journey, emphasizing the need to support local farmers, cut regulatory red tape, and address recent food safety concerns such as E. coli outbreaks. Finally, Congressman Ralph Norman discusses his candidacy for U.S. Senate, underscoring the vital importance of election integrity, passing the SAVE America Act, curbing federal overspending, and standing strong against swamp-driven political spending.