The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has announced endorsements in eight races ahead of the November 3, 2026, general election, including statewide, congressional, and South Carolina House of Representatives contests.
The South Carolina State Lodge, Fraternal Order of Police, representing thousands of active and retired law enforcement officers across the state, has completed its 2026 endorsement process and announced its support for eight candidates seeking public office.
The endorsements include candidates for Governor, Attorney General, the United States House of Representatives, and the South Carolina House of Representatives. Each endorsement was approved through the organization’s member-driven process.
“These endorsements reflect the involvement of our members and the importance of maintaining strong relationships with those who make decisions affecting law enforcement,” said John Blackmon, President of the South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police. “Our work continues well beyond Election Day. We remain committed to communicating with elected officials, sharing the perspectives of our members, and advancing policies that support the men and women who serve our communities.”
Statewide Endorsements
Alan Wilson | Governor
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Alan Wilson for Governor of South Carolina.
Wilson currently serves as South Carolina’s Attorney General. The organization announced his endorsement on August 31, 2026, following its statewide endorsement process.
David Stumbo | Attorney General
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed David Stumbo for Attorney General of South Carolina.
Stumbo serves as Solicitor of South Carolina’s Eighth Judicial Circuit. His endorsement was announced on August 28, 2026.
Congressional Endorsements
Russell Fry | U.S. House, District 7
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Congressman Russell Fry for reelection to the United States House of Representatives in South Carolina’s 7th Congressional District.
Fry has represented the district since 2023. The organization announced its endorsement on August 27, 2026.
Jenny Costa Honeycutt | U.S. House, District 1
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Jenny Costa Honeycutt for election to the United States House of Representatives in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District.
Her endorsement was announced on October 21, 2026, as part of the organization’s additional endorsements ahead of the general election.
South Carolina House Endorsements
Speaker Murrell Smith | House District 67
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed House Speaker G. Murrell Smith, Jr. for reelection to the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 67.
Smith serves as Speaker of the South Carolina House of Representatives, a position responsible for significant aspects of the chamber’s leadership and legislative operations.
Representative Fawn Pedalino | House District 64
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Representative Fawn Pedalino for reelection to the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 64.
Pedalino currently represents District 64 in the General Assembly.
Representative James Teeple | House District 116
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Representative James Teeple for reelection to the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 116.
Teeple currently represents District 116. His endorsement was announced on October 21, 2026.
Nick Uricchio | House District 115
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Nick Uricchio for election to the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 115.
His endorsement was announced on October 21, 2026.
A Member-Driven Endorsement Process
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police’s endorsement process provides members throughout the state with an opportunity to participate in decisions concerning the organization’s political endorsements.
Members communicate their preferences through their local lodges. Each of the organization’s 19 local lodges is represented by a Trustee who participates in the State Lodge’s Board of Directors endorsement process.
A candidate must receive support from at least two-thirds of the local lodges to receive an endorsement. All eight endorsed candidates met this requirement.
This process ensures that endorsement decisions reflect the participation of members across South Carolina rather than the decision of any single officer or individual.
Continuing the Work Beyond Election Day
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police advocates for policies affecting officer safety, retirement benefits, legal protections, working conditions, and public safety.
The organization works with elected officials at both the state and federal levels to communicate the experiences and concerns of law enforcement officers and their families.
With the November 3 general election approaching, the South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police encourages all eligible voters to participate in the process and make informed decisions about the candidates and issues on their ballots.
The organization’s advocacy and legislative engagement will continue after the election as it works to improve the lives of those who carried the badge yesterday, who carry the badge today, and who will carry the badge tomorrow.
