Carl Ritchie
Sheriff
Charleston County
Conservative leaders across South Carolina's 1st Congressional District — and well beyond — are backing Mark Smith for Congress.
Beaufort County Council, District 7
“I’m proud to endorse Mark Smith for Congress. Throughout this campaign, Mark has shown a genuine commitment to serving the people of the Lowcountry.”
While we may not agree on every issue, I respect his dedication, work ethic, and desire to make our community stronger.
The voters have spoken, and I believe it’s important that we come together and support the leaders they have chosen. Congratulations to Mark, and I wish him nothing but success as he represents South Carolina’s First Congressional District.
Our shared goal has always been a better future for the Lowcountry and Beaufort County, and I look forward to continuing that work together.
Mark Smith has the backing of the Lowcountry's top law enforcement officials.
Sheriff
Charleston County
Sheriff
Beaufort County
Former Sheriff
Charleston County
Leading conservative organizations stand with Mark Smith.
NRA Political Victory Fund
National Endorsement
Organization Endorsement
National Endorsement
Organization Endorsement
Statewide
Newspaper Endorsement
Charleston, SC
Four sitting state senators representing the 1st Congressional District endorse Mark Smith.
State Senator
South Carolina · SD-37
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State Senator
South Carolina · SD-46
Nine representatives from across SC-01 stand with Mark Smith.
State Representative
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Mayors, council members, and county officials from across SC-01 — organized by office.
Greg Habib
Christie Rainwater
Philip Pounds
David Dennis
Jarrod Brooks
Darnell Hartwell
Paul Brouthers
Larry McElynn
Boyd Gregg
Hannah Cox
Michael Sally
Mike Dyson
Tammy Becker
Melinda Turner
Rusty Streetman
John Iacofano
Lisa Sulka
Earl Copeland
Jeff Chandler
Joel Hodges
Trusted voices from across the Lowcountry stand with Mark Smith.
Community Leader
Johns Island
Community Leader
Cainhoy / Wando
Mark Smith has earned the backing of conservative leaders well beyond SC-01.
House Speaker
South Carolina House · HD-67
Speaker Pro Tempore
South Carolina House · HD-47
Majority Leader
South Carolina House · HD-4
Former U.S. Senator
Former U.S. Rep
Former U.S. Rep
Vote Mark Smith for Congress on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.