Ernest Edward Mackins

Ernest Edward Mackins is a candidate for U.S. House of Representatives District 3 Primary Election in 2026 in Congressional District 3, South Carolina.

Education consultant and ordained minister in Anderson, SC

Also running: Sheryl S Biggs, Brian J Corriea, Eunice K Lehmacher.

Ernest Edward Mackins is a U.S. Army veteran of Desert Storm, a seasoned educator, ordained minister, and community leader based in Anderson, South Carolina. With over 28 years in education, he currently serves as an education consultant and minister. Married to Erica Mackins, he is an active VFW member and serves on a children's nonprofit board. Mackins is campaigning for the U.S. House on a platform advocating for an end to foreign military interventions, proposing funds saved be invested in domestic priorities like public education, college tuition assistance, and healthcare for all Americans. He previously ran for state office in 2022.