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South Carolina · South Carolina Secretary of State · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Jason Belton

Democratic

Vice President of the Greater Columbia Central Labor Council

2026 race · South Carolina Secretary of State

4% chance of winning · race rated Solid R

4%96%

22% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

22%78%
● Jason Belton● Mark HammondINC
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