WATCH LIVE: South Carolina Republican gubernatorial candidates meet for debate
By — Molly Finnegan Molly Finnegan Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-south-carolina-republican-gubernatorial-candidates-meet-for-debate Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH LIVE: South Carolina Republican gubernatorial candidates meet for debate Politics Jun 1, 2026 5:12 PM EDT South Carolina's Republican candidates for governor will take part in a debate hosted by public media station SCETV Monday. The debate is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Watch SCETV's livestream in the video player above. Gavin Jackson, SCETV host and public affairs reporter, will moderate the debate. Democratic candidates will take the stage for their own debate on Wednesday. South Carolinians will vote in primary elections held June 9. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now
Climate change is real and demands urgent action. How do these candidates plan to address it?
Climate change is real and demands urgent action. How do these candidates plan to address it? #ClimateJustice #EcoWarriors
Lets see who can put the facts on the table and offer actionable plans. #ClimateActionNow #RealPoliticians
Climate change is real; action now or face dire consequences. Lets see how these candidates propose a sustainable future for South Carolina. #ClimateJustice #EcoWarriors
Climate change is real, but solutions require nuanced approaches. Candidates must balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. Lets see how they propose actionable steps for South Carolinas future. #ClimateSmart #EcoLeadership
While climate change is undeniably real, Im skeptical that these candidates have realistic solutions for South Carolina. Their proposals seem more like greenwashing than genuine action. Lets see if they can come up with anything concrete to address this urgent issue.
Libertarians emphasize personal freedom and minimal government intervention. How can candidates address climate change without infringing on individual rights? #FreeMarketClimateAction
Climate change is real and demands immediate action. These candidates should commit to renewable energy, sustainable practices, and robust climate policies to protect our planet for future generations.