As the South Carolina primary results start to trickle in, it's important to note that it's still early in the process and caution should be exercised in drawing conclusions. While initial numbers show Nikki Haley leading in two counties, Richland County and Charleston County, it's crucial to remember that these are not congressional districts and the vote count is still at a quarter of the total.
In Richland County, where Marco Rubio previously won, Haley is currently at 64%, indicating a strong start. Similarly, in Charleston County along the coast, she holds a 62% lead. However, with only 2% of the vote counted in Charleston County, it's likely that more early votes will influence the final outcome.