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David Stumbo

Attorney General

2026 South Carolina Attorney General — General Election · November 3, 2026

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Overview

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2026 South Carolina Attorney General — General Election on November 3, 2026
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Attorney General · Republican · Candidate
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South Carolina State Election Commission — Candidate Tracking System

11/3/2026 Statewide General Election

Candidate: David Stumbo

Party: Republican

Office: Attorney General

Status: Active

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Candidate biography

Source-published biography

David Stumbo was elected as Solicitor for the Eighth Judicial Circuit of South Carolina (Abbeville, Greenwood, Laurens, and Newberry counties) in November 2012 and is currently serving his fourth term as Solicitor. A proven conservative leader and career prosecutor with over 20 years of experience, Stumbo has built a reputation for putting violent criminals, drug dealers, and sex offenders behind bars while fighting for justice on behalf of victims and their families.

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David Stumbo was elected as Solicitor for the Eighth Judicial Circuit of South Carolina (Abbeville, Greenwood, Laurens, and Newberry counties) in November 2012 and is currently serving his fourth term as Solicitor. A proven conservative leader and career prosecutor with over 20 years of experience, Stumbo has built a reputation for putting violent criminals, drug dealers, and sex offenders behind bars while fighting for justice on behalf of victims and their families.

Candidate biography

Source-published biography

Solicitor Stumbo served as President of the South Carolina Solicitors' Association from 2017-2020. Over the course of his career, he has personally prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases, including four capital murder (death penalty) cases. During his tenure, he has strengthened public safety efforts across the circuit and launched innovative programs such as the 8th Circuit Veterans' Treatment Court in 2015.

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Solicitor Stumbo served as President of the South Carolina Solicitors' Association from 2017-2020. Over the course of his career, he has personally prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases, including four capital murder (death penalty) cases. During his tenure, he has strengthened public safety efforts across the circuit and launched innovative programs such as the 8th Circuit Veterans' Treatment Court in 2015.

Candidate biography

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Prior to being elected as Circuit Solicitor, David served as supervising prosecutor for the Statewide Grand Jury and Criminal Prosecution Divisions in the South Carolina Attorney General's Office from 2011-2012. From 2007-2011, he worked in the 11th Judicial Circuit (Lexington) under Solicitor Donnie Myers, where he successfully prosecuted violent crimes, sexual assaults, child abuse, narcotics, domestic violence, and felony DUI cases.

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Prior to being elected as Circuit Solicitor, David served as supervising prosecutor for the Statewide Grand Jury and Criminal Prosecution Divisions in the South Carolina Attorney General's Office from 2011-2012. From 2007-2011, he worked in the 11th Judicial Circuit (Lexington) under Solicitor Donnie Myers, where he successfully prosecuted violent crimes, sexual assaults, child abuse, narcotics, domestic violence, and felony DUI cases.

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Civil rights and individual freedom

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A lifelong conservative, Stumbo is committed to defending constitutional rights, protecting religious freedom, and standing strong for the rule of law. His campaign for Attorney General is rooted in ensuring safer communities, supporting law enforcement, and delivering justice with integrity from day one.

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A lifelong conservative, Stumbo is committed to defending constitutional rights, protecting religious freedom, and standing strong for the rule of law. His campaign for Attorney General is rooted in ensuring safer communities, supporting law enforcement, and delivering justice with integrity from day one.

Reproductive rights and health care

Candidate position

Saying you are a Republican isn't enough. David Stumbo is a lifelong conservative. David has never wavered in his conservative principles - fiercely supporting bold pro-family truths that the sanctity of life of the unborn, religious liberty, and parental rights must be protected. An advocate for law enforcement, healthcare freedom, lower taxes, and a transparent government - David will fight for our conservative values as Attorney General.

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Saying you are a Republican isn't enough. David Stumbo is a lifelong conservative. David has never wavered in his conservative principles - fiercely supporting bold pro-family truths that the sanctity of life of the unborn, religious liberty, and parental rights must be protected. An advocate for law enforcement, healthcare freedom, lower taxes, and a transparent government - David will fight for our conservative values as Attorney General.

Immigration and border policy

Candidate position

David Stumbo has spent his entire career fighting crime, putting criminals behind bars, and making our communities safer. David has successfully prosecuted criminal illegal aliens, murderers, rapists, domestic abusers, and drug dealers. With decades of real courtroom experience and strong partnerships with local law enforcement, David will protect the rule of law and deliver justice for South Carolina families on Day One as Attorney General.

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David Stumbo has spent his entire career fighting crime, putting criminals behind bars, and making our communities safer. David has successfully prosecuted criminal illegal aliens, murderers, rapists, domestic abusers, and drug dealers. With decades of real courtroom experience and strong partnerships with local law enforcement, David will protect the rule of law and deliver justice for South Carolina families on Day One as Attorney General.

Government ethics, accountability, and elections

Candidate position

David Stumbo is The Conservative Prosecutor South Carolina needs as Attorney General. As Attorney General, David will continue the servant leadership he has given as the upstate's top criminal prosecutor, protect victims of crimes, put criminals behind bars, stand firm in defense of the Constitution and the liberties it guarantees, and keep government power in check. For our families and our conservative values, vote David Stumbo for Attorney General.

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David Stumbo is The Conservative Prosecutor South Carolina needs as Attorney General. As Attorney General, David will continue the servant leadership he has given as the upstate's top criminal prosecutor, protect victims of crimes, put criminals behind bars, stand firm in defense of the Constitution and the liberties it guarantees, and keep government power in check. For our families and our conservative values, vote David Stumbo for Attorney General.

Candidate statement

Candidate position
Belief

“South Carolina is growing fast, but so are the threats to public safety and the values we hold dear. We need a proven criminal prosecutor, one with the record and unwavering commitment to fight for families, defend the Constitution, and keep the radical left from undermining the rule of law.” - David Stumbo

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“South Carolina is growing fast, but so are the threats to public safety and the values we hold dear. We need a proven criminal prosecutor, one with the record and unwavering commitment to fight for families, defend the Constitution, and keep the radical left from undermining the rule of law.” - David Stumbo

Protect Unborn Human Life

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Use the Attorney General's office to protect unborn human life.

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Protect Religious Liberty

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Protect religious liberty as Attorney General.

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Protect Parental Rights

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Protect parental rights as Attorney General.

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Support Law Enforcement

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Support South Carolina law-enforcement agencies and officers.

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Protect Health-Care Freedom

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Protect individual freedom in health-care decisions.

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Favor Lower State Taxes

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Believes South Carolina tax burdens should be lower; the campaign states no tax-setting power available to the Attorney General.

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Promote Transparent Government

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Promote transparency in South Carolina government.

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Protect Victims of Crime

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Use the Attorney General's office to protect victims of crime.

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Enforce Criminal Law and Prosecute Offenders

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Enforce South Carolina criminal law and pursue prosecution of serious offenders.

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Defend Constitutional Liberties and Keep Government Power in Check

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Defend constitutional liberties and maintain legal limits on government power.

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Protect the Rule of Law

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Promises to protect the rule of law as South Carolina Attorney General.

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Launched the Eighth Circuit Veterans' Treatment Court

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Launched the Eighth Judicial Circuit Veterans' Treatment Court in 2015.

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Candidate: Stumbo, David M

Office: 3

Election year: 2026

Election type: Primary

Report: Quarter 2, 2026 Report

Last updated: 2026-07-10T18:46:27.567

Candidate filer ID: 54417

Campaign ID: 77622

Report ID: 426251

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Sources

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  1. Election record

    2026 South Carolina election record — David Stumbo

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  2. Candidate-owned primary source

    David Stumbo — candidate-owned primary source 1

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  3. Candidate-owned primary source

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  4. Campaign-finance record

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