Former Gov. Sanford seeks seat back; former state Democratic Party chair runs for SC treasurer

By: Adrian Ashford

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: March 30, 2026

Words: 1,170

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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COLUMBIA — Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is looking to return to Washington by winning back the congressional seat he lost eight years ago.

The two-term GOP governor on Monday joined South Carolina’s most crowded contest this year, with 10 other Republicans and seven Democrats vying to represent the coastal 1st District.

Sanford, who’s seeking his third stint in Congress, turned in his paperwork with less than two hours remaining in the two-week filing …

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