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H3, Segment 1 - Controversy over Joey Hudson's removal as debate moderator in SC.
Published 2 months ago
Description
During this segment, host Charlie James broadcasts live from the "Salute to Liberty" event at the Anderson Civic Center. He dives into behind-the-scenes drama surrounding an upcoming political debate at the Newberry Opera House.
Initially, rumor had it that the Lindsey Graham campaign demanded the removal of Joey Hudson (of NewsTalk 98.9 WORD) as a debate moderator. This was allegedly due to grievances over NewsMax running ads favoring opponent Russell Fry, leading South Carolina GOP Chairman Drew McKissick to swap Hudson in order to include SCETV instead.
However, James brings to light new statements from Abby Zilch, a spokesperson for the Graham campaign. Zilch clarified that the Graham campaign praised Hudson, had no hand in his removal, and that the decision rested solely with the SCGOP. James notes that outside sources have corroborated Zilch's statement, leaving listeners with the open question: who actually made the call to boot Joey Hudson from the debate?