Annie Andrews Hosts Homeowners Insurance Roundtable In Beaufort

Savannah, GA, October 13, 2026 —

Dr. Annie Andrews, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, hosted a roundtable in Beaufort focused on rapidly rising homeowners insurance premiums in the state’s coastal communities. Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse joined her for the discussion.

The gathering centered on the cost of homeowners coverage along South Carolina’s coast. The information provided does not specify which communities were discussed, how much premiums have increased, or how many residents or other participants attended.

Details about the roundtable’s timing, format and outcome were not provided. No specific policy proposals, commitments or next steps were identified, and no statements from Andrews or Whitehouse were included. The available information also does not say whether insurers, local officials or residents took part.

The event brought together a South Carolina Senate candidate and a senator from Rhode Island to discuss the insurance issue. Beyond that, the information provided does not establish whether the discussion addressed causes of rising premiums, possible responses or differences among coastal communities. It also does not indicate whether the participants announced plans to continue the conversation.

Homeowners insurance costs were the stated focus, but no figures or supporting data were provided. Further details about the discussion, including any recommendations or reactions from participants, were not available.

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