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South Carolina Governor's Race Heats Up

Updated 2026-06-10 00:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

In South Carolina, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette (R) and state Attorney General Alan Wilson (R) will face off in a runoff for the GOP gubernatorial nomination. President Trump endorsed both candidates.

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The Hill
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) is projected to win South Carolina’s GOP Senate primary, avoiding a runoff in a crowded field of candidates, according to Decision Desk HQ. The victory marks a win for President Trump, who endorsed Graham and joined a tele-rally with the four-term senator Monday evening.
2026-06-10 00:12 UTC
The Hill
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2026-06-10 00:25 UTC
The Hill
The GOP primary race for governor of South Carolina is projected to head to a runoff between Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette (R) and state Attorney General Alan Wilson (R), according to Decision Desk HQ. Evette, who is backed by President Trump, and Wilson were the top two vote-getters, but neither snagged
2026-06-10 00:29 UTC
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