South Carolina sets record early voting turnout ahead of Saturday deadline
More than 835,000 votes have been cast early in South Carolina's 2026 gubernatorial election, marking a record turnout.
South Carolina is experiencing a record early voting turnout in the 2026 gubernatorial election, with over 835,000 votes cast as of Thursday, according to Live 5 WCSC.
Data from the South Carolina Election Commission shows that 85,312 votes were cast on Thursday alone, bringing the statewide total to 838,420, the highest early turnout since early voting began in 2022, reported WIS.
The first day of early voting on October 19 saw more than twice the turnout compared to the 2022 midterm election, although it was slightly lower than the 2024 presidential election, Live 5 WCSC noted.
South Carolina's early voting period runs through Saturday, October 31, giving voters two more days to cast their ballots before Election Day, WCBD Count on 2 reported.
No detailed data on voter participation by party affiliation has been released for this general election, according to Live 5 WCSC.
- Live 5 WCSC: Over 835K votes cast as SC sees record early voting turnout
- WCBD Count on 2: South Carolina early voting ends Saturday; record turnout already set for 2026 election
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