Part of: 2026 Governor Campaign
Primary day: South Carolina Republican gubernatorial primary
The South Carolina Republican gubernatorial primary is held June 9, 2026, with Mace polling at roughly 12-15 percent after Trump endorsed rival Pamela Evette on May 29.
The South Carolina Republican gubernatorial primary is scheduled for June 9, 2026. Nancy Mace entered the race as the early polling front-runner, recording approximately 24 percent in internal campaign polling in March 2026, but her support declined through the spring.
On May 29, 2026, former President Donald Trump endorsed Pamela Evette, a rival candidate in the Republican primary. By late May, polling placed Mace at approximately 12 to 15 percent.
Results for the June 9 primary should be added once certified returns are available. See the 2026 Governor Campaign entry for full background.
