On this Thursday afternoon edition of The Charlie James Show (July 30, 2026), host Charlie James breaks down essential information for South Carolina voters ahead of the upcoming Senate primary. Early voting runs August 5–7 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with the primary election on August 11 from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Charlie reviews the latest Emerson poll showing Ralph Norman (22%) and Darline Graham (19%) leading a crowded field, alongside candidates Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and Mark Lynch, with 25% of voters still undecided. Callers chime in about candidates and campaign ads before Charlie turns to national news: Dr. Anthony Fauci’s Congressional testimony. Contrasting Fauci's past statements promising transparency with his frequent invoking of the Fifth Amendment, Charlie—and caller Sarah—criticize public health policy, the suppression of treatments like Ivermectin, and mandatory vaccine policies. Finally, Charlie discusses state politics, noting Democrat Germaine Johnson’s gubernatorial running mate pick, Sam Scarden, and former State Senator Katrina Sheely's presence at the announcement.
