In the primary elections held on June 9, 2026, Graham Platner secured the Democratic nomination in Maine, while Donald Trump's endorsed candidates performed well in South Carolina. Platner, an oyster farmer and military veteran, will face Republican Senator Susan Collins in the upcoming election. In South Carolina, Senator Lindsey Graham won the GOP primary, avoiding a runoff, and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, also endorsed by Trump, advanced to a runoff for the gubernatorial nomination against Attorney General Alan Wilson. Platner's victory is seen as a boost for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, while Trump's influence remains strong in South Carolina's Republican contests. Despite facing controversies, Platner emphasized the importance of his campaign as a movement for the working class. The runoff elections in South Carolina are scheduled for June 23, 2026.
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Primary Elections in Maine and South Carolina Result in Key Wins
The primary elections in Maine and South Carolina on June 9, 2026, resulted in significant wins for Graham Platner and Donald Trump's endorsed candidates. Platner will challenge Senator Susan Collins in Maine, while Lindsey Graham and Pamela Evette advanced in South Carolina's GOP primaries. The results highlight the ongoing influence of progressive politics in Maine and Trump's endorsement power in South Carolina.
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- ✕ editorializing: Platner, the progressive left, and Donald Trump appear to be the big winners
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Top takeaways from the primary elections in Maine and South Carolina: 'Movement about us'
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Primary Elections in Maine and South Carolina Result in Key Wins
