State House of Representatives District 26 in South Carolina State House District 26, South Carolina

2026 Primary Election

• Jenny E Desch — Attorney in Fort Mill, SC

  Jenny Desch, a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives District 26, is a former prosecutor of 25 years and a mother of two. Born into an Air Force family and raised by educators, she emphasizes service and community. Living in Fort Mill, she is committed to protecting families and strengthening her community. Her campaign focuses on safeguarding public education, advocating for responsible growth and safe development, preserving Fort Mill's community spirit, ensuring tax dollars work effectively for citizens, and promoting safe communities through smarter policing with robust support for law enforcement and victim services.

• Elizabeth J Enns — Pastor in Fort Mill, SC

  Elizabeth Enns, a Republican, is running for the South Carolina House of Representatives District 26, advocating as a defender of freedom and a voice for Fort Mill families. A wife and mother, she co-founded Antioch International Church, where she serves as a pastor alongside her husband. With past experience as a classroom teacher and current roles as President and Founder of Patriotic Students of America and She Leads Carolinas, Enns has been a conservative grassroots organizer since 2021. Her platform emphasizes protecting girls' private spaces, strengthening education, lowering taxes, judicial reform, and upholding constitutional rights. She aims to foster Fort Mill's prosperity through economic stability, safety, and improved infrastructure by eliminating state income taxes and addressing wasteful spending.

• David W Martin — Incumbent State House Representative in Fort Mill, SC

  David W. Martin proudly serves South Carolina's 26th House District. A graduate of Fort Mill High School and Coastal Carolina University, he earned a Political Science degree with honors. He is a devoted family man and father of three daughters. Martin brings a community-first approach to public service, focusing on supporting families, strengthening local businesses, and advocating for strong public schools and individual freedoms. He champions fair insurance practices, strong public safety, and practical school safety measures, committed to representing Fort Mill with integrity and accessibility. He is seeking re-election.