A special primary election will be held after the death of the Republican Party nominee for U.S. Senate, Lindsey Graham.
The nominee resulting from this special primary will be a candidate on November 3, 2026, General Election Ballot.
Important dates
- Candidate filing: July 21-28
- Deadline to apply for an absentee ballot: July 31
- Early voting: August 5-7
- Special Republican Primary: August 11
- Runoff (if necessary): August 25
Who’s eligible to vote?
Voters who participated in the Republican Primary or did not vote in either party’s June primary are eligible to vote in the August 11 Special Republican Primary, while voters who participated in the June Democratic Primary are not eligible to vote.
Who's running?
Candidate filing closes July 28. The names of candidates will be available soon thereafter.
Can candidates appear on the General Election Ballot for multiple offices?
Yes, candidates have appeared on general election ballots for more than one office in previous South Carolina elections. SC Election Commission statement
Where can I learn about the candidates?
Check VOTE411 to "know before you go" vote beginning August 5.
What about early voting?
Wednesday, August 5 - Friday, August 7, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Voters can visit any early voting center in their county during the early voting period, present their Photo ID, and vote using the voting system like they would at their polling place on election day.
Where do I vote on Election Day?
More information
SC Election Commission: U.S. Senate Special Republican Party Filing & Primary
