Former President Donald Trump is leading the GOP race in the upcoming South Carolina primary, overshadowing his main opponent, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley. Trump is maintaining a significant lead over Haley in the polls, holding a strong position with a 64 percent to 33 percent advantage. If the polls are accurate, Trump could achieve one of the most substantial victories in a Republican primary in the state's history.

South Carolina is historically known as a crucial state in Republican presidential primary contests, often solidifying the front-runner's status moving into subsequent primaries. Trump's popularity in South Carolina, particularly among very conservative and white evangelical Christian voters, positions him favorably in the upcoming primary. With previous polling errors in mind, Haley faces a considerable challenge to even come close to Trump's support.

The state's electorate, characterized by its conservative and religious inclinations, further boosts Trump's prospects. South Carolina's GOP primary voters have a history of identifying as Republicans and being notably conservative and religious - all factors working in Trump's favor. Haley, on the other hand, has found more support among self-identified independents, who are less prevalent in the South Carolina primary electorate.

As the Republican primary approaches, all indications point to a substantial victory for Trump, potentially setting the stage for a significant win. The outcome of the South Carolina primary will likely have a decisive impact on the course of the GOP contest, with Trump maintaining a strong lead over Haley in polling and demographics that favor his candidacy.