Election Results

South Carolina Governor

Primary · 2026 · June 9, 2026 · Called · 100% reporting
Jermaine Johnson wins the primary — 59.6%

About this race

The Governor leads the state government, signing or vetoing state laws, managing the state budget, and directing the response to emergencies.

In a primary, each party picks the candidate who will represent it in the general election.

South Carolina Governor 2026 Primary: Jermaine Johnson Wins - PILLARS