Nov 3, 2026 · open seat
South Carolina - Governor
Gov. Henry McMaster is term-limited. Democrats have not won a South Carolina governor’s race since 1998. There is no runoff in November; the plurality winner takes it.
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Jermaine Johnson
Democrat
State representative. Won the June 9 primary with 59.7% over Billy Webster. Running mate: Sam Skardon.
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Alan Wilson
Republican
Four-term state attorney general and Army National Guard colonel. Beat Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette in the June 23 runoff with 68.6%. Running mate: Mike Reichenbach.
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Who's ahead?
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Ratings: Cook Political Report (Sept 10), Sabato’s Crystal Ball (Sept 3), Decision Desk HQ (Sept 12). Source →
Wilson
50
Johnson
42
This is the only public general-election poll, and Johnson’s campaign paid for it. After respondents heard short positive descriptions of both candidates, the gap narrowed to 2 points.
Sources: Wikipedia, Washington Examiner, FITSNews · September 2026
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