Jenny Costa Honeycutt holds a clear edge in South Carolina’s open 1st Congressional District race, consistent with the district’s Republican tilt after redistricting and Nancy Mace’s decision to pursue the governorship. Recent polling from late September and early October shows Honeycutt leading Democrat Nancy Lacore by 6 points among likely voters, aligning with generic ballot advantages for Republicans. Honeycutt’s profile as a longtime Charleston County council member and lifelong Lowcountry resident has helped her emphasize local infrastructure and business issues. Lacore, a retired Navy vice admiral new to the area and electoral politics, draws national Democratic support but trails in head-to-head tests. The candidates’ first debate on October 7 highlighted contrasts on affordability and growth, with early voting set to begin October 19 ahead of the November 3 general election.