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Mount Pleasant Today
By the People, for the People
GOP Mayor Haynie Endorses Democrat Lacore for SC-01
Cross-party endorsement highlights Lacore's growing support in key district area ahead of primary
Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:09am
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A cross-party endorsement highlights the bipartisan appeal of a congressional candidate focused on community priorities over partisan politics.Mount Pleasant TodayIn a surprising cross-party endorsement, Republican Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie announced his support for Democratic congressional candidate Nancy Lacore in the race for South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. Haynie praised Lacore's principles and her commitment to representing the Lowcountry's priorities in Washington, saying she will 'put country before party'.
Why it matters
Haynie's endorsement of Lacore, a Democrat, is an unusual move that could boost Lacore's campaign in a key area of the district. As the largest city in SC-01, Mount Pleasant and its voters will be crucial in the upcoming Democratic primary. Haynie's backing signals Lacore's ability to appeal to voters across the political spectrum.
The details
Haynie, who is serving his third term as mayor of Mount Pleasant, announced his endorsement of Lacore during her primary election kickoff event at the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina. Lacore, a former Navy admiral, officially launched her campaign earlier this year after a 35-year military career. She has also received national endorsements from groups like EMILY's List and VoteVets.
- Mayor Haynie endorsed Lacore on April 9, 2026 during her campaign kickoff event.
- Lacore launched her campaign for SC-01 earlier this year.
The players
Will Haynie
The Republican mayor of Mount Pleasant, the largest city in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. Haynie was reelected last year with over 60% of the vote.
Nancy Lacore
The Democratic candidate for South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. Lacore is a former Navy admiral who retired after serving as Chief of Navy Reserve, leading over 60,000 sailors.
What they’re saying
“I have every belief that Admiral Nancy Lacore will represent us in Washington with the principles of the Lowcountry, the things that we all hold dear. I know voters in Mount Pleasant want resiliency, they want conservation, and they want transportation and infrastructure. We will have Nancy there supporting us in these endeavors, and she will put country before party.”
— Will Haynie, Mayor of Mount Pleasant
“I'm honored to have Mayor Haynie's support. He knows what it means to serve a community and deliver results, and I'm grateful to have his partnership as we build a campaign focused on putting the Lowcountry first.”
— Nancy Lacore, Democratic Candidate for SC-01
What’s next
The Democratic primary for South Carolina's 1st Congressional District is scheduled for June 2026. Lacore's campaign says she has been actively campaigning across the Lowcountry region to meet with voters ahead of the primary.
The takeaway
Haynie's endorsement of Lacore, a Democrat, is an unusual cross-party move that highlights Lacore's ability to appeal to a broad range of voters in the Lowcountry region. This support from the popular Republican mayor of the district's largest city could provide a significant boost to Lacore's campaign as she seeks the Democratic nomination.
