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Democrats Urge McLeod to Withdraw After Controversial Video

8/14/2025

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The South Carolina Democratic Party called for gubernatorial candidate Mullins McLeod to withdraw following the release of police video from his May arrest.
The video reportedly shows McLeod using a racial slur and profanity.
McLeod's campaign alleges the video was illegally shared to damage his reputation.
He intends to hold a press conference to discuss the situation.

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The South Carolina Democratic Party called for gubernatorial candidate Mullins McLeod to withdraw following the release of police video from his May arrest.
The video reportedly shows McLeod using a racial slur and profanity.
McLeod's campaign alleges the video was illegally shared to damage his reputation.
He intends to hold a press conference to discuss the situation.