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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in South Carolina’s state primary runoff
By Robert Yoon, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Two of South Carolina’s top officeholders will compete one-on-one for the Republican nomination for governor in a primary runoff election on Tuesday. Voters will also select nominees for a handful of congressional races and other contests in which no candidate received a majority of the vote in t...
Key takeaway Voters will also select nominees for a handful of congressional races and other contests in which no candidate received a majority of the vote in t...
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents, the South Carolina primary runoff may seem distant, but its outcome could have implications for Texas. As a state with a strong Republican presence, Texas often finds itself aligned with other conservative-leaning states like South Carolina. The gubernatorial runoff between Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and state Attorney General Alan Wilson will determine the Republican nominee, who will then face Democratic state Rep. Jermaine Johnson in the general election. Given President Donald Trump's endorsement of both candidates, the runoff's result may reflect the influence of national politics on local elections, a trend that could be observed in future Texas elections. Additionally, the fact that Trump's endorsement is not a guarantee of victory, as seen in recent contests in Iowa, Georgia, and Oklahoma, may encourage local candidates in Terrell Hills to focus on building strong grassroots support rather than relying solely on high-profile endorsements.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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What is this story about? Two of South Carolina’s top officeholders will compete one-on-one for the Republican nomination for governor in a primary runoff election on Tuesday. Voters will also select nominees for a handful of congressional races and other contests in which no candidate received a majority of the vote in t...
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