State House of Representatives District 97 in South Carolina State House District 97, South Carolina

2026 Primary Election

• Cathy A Jaggars — Guardian ad Litem in Greenville, SC

  Cathy Jaggars is a Democratic candidate for SC House District 97. A Marine veteran and Guardian ad Litem, she is committed to serving working families and protecting children. Her platform focuses on strengthening protections for children and vulnerable populations, supporting families in crisis, fighting hunger, expanding opportunities, and ensuring affordable, high-quality childcare. She aims to bring committed leadership to deliver results for South Carolina, standing up for those often overlooked and ensuring every voice is heard.

• Robert D Robbins — Incumbent State Representative in Charleston, SC

  Robert D. “Robby” Robbins is an attorney and incumbent Republican State Representative for District 97 in the South Carolina House of Representatives. A native of St. George, he graduated valedictorian from Dorchester Academy and earned his political science and law degrees from the University of South Carolina. Specializing in criminal defense, he serves on the House Judiciary and Ethics Committees. Robbins is actively involved in his community, holding leadership roles with organizations such as the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the SCDOT Commission.