South Carolina Opens 2026 GOP Governor Primary, With June 23 Runoff Possible
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Updated · NBC News · Jun 10
South Carolina Opens 2026 GOP Governor Primary, With June 23 Runoff Possible
3 articles · Updated · NBC News · Jun 10
Summary
South Carolina began reporting results in its 2026 Republican governor primary, the state's first open race for governor since 2010 after Gov. Henry McMaster hit term limits.
A majority is required to win outright; if no candidate clears 50%, the top two finishers will advance to a June 23 runoff.
Pamela Evette — the Trump-backed lieutenant governor — is competing in a crowded field that also includes two members of Congress and the state attorney general.
Expected vote totals remain estimates based on early voting, Election Day reports from county officials and updated information gathered by NBC News and the Associated Press.