Admiral fired in Hegseth purge wins Democratic primary in South Carolina
Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore, who was fired during a military purge by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has won the Democratic primary for a US House seat in South Carolina. She is now set to challenge for the Republican-held seat in the upcoming midterm elections.
Why it matters
The race serves as a political referendum on the recent military leadership changes and the broader influence of the current administration's defense policies.
Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore salutes after placing a wreath at the statue of the Lone Sailor at the U. Navy Memorial in Washington DC on 3 June 2024. Photograph: Shawn Thew/EPA View image in fullscreen Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore salutes after placing a wreath at the statue of the Lone Sailor at the U. Navy Memorial in Washington DC on 3 June 2024. Photograph: Shawn Thew/EPA US news Admiral fired in Hegseth purge wins Democratic primary in South Carolina Nancy Lacore will spearhead effort to flip Republican House seat in November’s midterm elections
The framing focuses on the candidate's status as a victim of a 'purge' and highlights support from groups like Emily's List, which leans toward Democratic interests.
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