Tourists gather at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, May 7, 2026, highlighting the vibrant political environment. As voters make their decisions in South Carolina’s House primary elections, the stakes are high.

This election cycle includes two open seats due to the decisions by Reps. Nancy Mace of the 1st Congressional District and Ralph Norman of the 5th Congressional District to pursue gubernatorial positions. Both representatives hope for a successful transition to state leadership roles.

The polls are scheduled to close at 7 p.m. EDT. As the clock ticks, many await the live results provided by Decision Desk HQ, which offers timely updates on the election outcomes.