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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)
· 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 The San Antonio
While the Republican gubernatorial runoff in South Carolina may seem distant from San Antonio , the outcome could have implications for Texas. As the Republican nominee faces off against Democratic state Rep. Jermaine Johnson, the campaign may touch on issues relevant to Texas, such as border security and economic development. San Antonio, being a major city near the US-Mexico border, has a vested interest in how these issues are addressed. Furthermore, the influence of President Donald Trump's endorsement in the South Carolina runoff could be a bellwether for his impact on Texas elections. With Texas being a crucial state in national politics, the effectiveness of Trump's endorsement in South Carolina could inform strategies for upcoming elections in the Lone Star State. As the runoff unfolds, San Antonio residents may want to pay attention to how the candidates' stances on key issues could potentially affect the city and the state as a whole.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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