Governor of South Carolina

Henry McMaster

Republican · South Carolina

117th Governor of South Carolina, in office since 2017. Former Lieutenant Governor, U.S. Attorney, and South Carolina Attorney General. First sitting governor to endorse Trump in 2016. Re-elected multiple times.

Record

Traditional conservative governor focused on economic development, attracting manufacturing, and low-tax policy. Signed near-total abortion ban. Strong school choice advocate. Has overseen significant economic growth and business investment in South Carolina.

Legislative Record

Recently signed into law

• SC H. 4216 — South Carolina Income Tax Restructuring (Signed into law, Mar 30, 2026)
• SC FY2026 Budget — FY 2025–26 State Budget (Signed into law, Jun 30, 2025)

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