South Carolina's Republican primary is underway with 20% of the estimated vote counted. Donald Trump is leading with 58.8% of the vote, totaling 97,933 votes, while Nikki Haley follows with 40.7% and 67,798 votes. Trump's lead is significant at this point in the race.
Trump has secured victories in the first four contests and currently holds 92 delegates, a remarkable feat in a contested primary. While he still needs 1,215 delegates to secure the nomination, his winning streak is noteworthy in shaping the early stages of the race.
