Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette Leads Republican Race for 2026 Gubernatorial Nomination in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A recent poll conducted by The Trafalgar Group reveals that South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette is in a strong position among Republican voters for the upcoming 2026 gubernatorial race. The survey, which sampled 1,127 likely Republican voters from March 8-10, indicates that Evette boasts a commanding lead with 31% support.
Following closely behind is U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace, representing the state’s First Congressional District, who garnered 29.1% of the votes. South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is not far behind, securing 27.9% support, while U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman, from the Fifth Congressional District, trails with 11%.
The poll also reveals noteworthy insights into voter sentiment, with a significant majority of South Carolina Republicans expressing approval of former President Donald Trump’s tenure. Demographically, the majority of respondents were over 65 years old, with approximately 90% identifying as white.
The survey results come with a margin of error of 2.9%, providing a snapshot of the current political landscape as candidates position themselves for the gubernatorial race. Evette’s substantial backing among the Republican base could signal a competitive primary ahead, as both Mace and Wilson remain formidable contenders.
As the 2026 election approaches, this early polling data sets the stage for what promises to be an engaging and closely watched race in South Carolina’s political arena.
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