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South Carolina Senate race, Wisconsin governor primary headline Tuesday elections
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Joe St. George , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway There are 10 Republicans on the ballot, including members of Congress and a former governor.
Elections are taking place on Tuesday, with notable races including the South Carolina Senate and Wisconsin governor primary. S. Senate seat currently held by Senator Darline Graham.
Senator Graham is facing her first major electoral test, and while she has an endorsement from President Donald Trump, the outcome is not certain. There are 10 Republicans on the ballot, including members of Congress and a former governor. Further details about the election and its potential outcomes are available from NewsChannel 5 WTVF.
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Category: government Published: August 11, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Elections are taking place on Tuesday, with notable races including the South Carolina Senate and Wisconsin governor primary. In South Carolina, a Republican primary is being held for the U.S. Senate…
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