20 SC Law Enforcement Leaders Rally Behind David Stumbo for Attorney General
November 21, 2025Sheriffs and Solicitors Across the State Endorse Stumbo
South Carolina Upstate Solicitor and Republican candidate for Attorney General David Stumbo announced today that 20 law enforcement leaders from across the state have endorsed his campaign for Attorney General. The endorsements include fifteen Sheriffs and five Solicitors, who cited Stumbo’s proven record of standing with victims of crime and backing the blue.
Stumbo accepted endorsements from statewide law enforcement leaders on Thursday, expressing his gratitude for their trust and reaffirming his commitment to standing with them in the fight against crime.
“The Solicitors and Sheriffs who have endorsed my campaign put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe,” said Stumbo. “”We’ve stood together, fighting on the front lines to uphold the rule of law and protect victims of crime, and that’s why I am so deeply honored to have their trust and support in this campaign to make South Carolina safe and great.”
Solicitor Rick Hubbard, who has worked closely with Stumbo for years, praised his unmatched prosecutorial experience:
“David Stumbo is the real deal,” said Solicitor Hubbard. “David Stumbo understands what prosecutors and law enforcement face every day, and he’s committed to making sure our system works for victims, not criminals. I’m proud to stand with David Stumbo.”
Anderson County Sheriff Chad McBride underscored Stumbo’s unique credibility and partnership with law enforcement:
“David Stumbo has always had our back,” said Sheriff McBride. “It is refreshing to see a prosecutor in David who actually partners with law enforcement to fight crime and keep our communities safe. David Stumbo has proven in over two decades of service to the people of this State that he is exactly what we need in our next Attorney General.”
Chester County Sheriff Max Dorsey, one of South Carolina’s most respected law enforcement leaders, added his strong support:
“I have known David Stumbo for nearly two decades, and I have seen him fight as a fierce, proven prosecutor who knows exactly how to take down drug traffickers and ensure justice for crime victims,” said Sheriff Dorsey. “The citizens of South Carolina deserve an Attorney General with this level of hands-on experience, and that is why I proudly give David my full endorsement.”
Sheriffs endorsing Stumbo include:
– Ray Watson, Abbeville County Sheriff
– Chad McBride, Anderson County Sheriff
– Kenny Bamberg, Bamberg County Sheriff
– P.J. Tanner, Beaufort County Sheriff
– Max Dorsey, Chester County Sheriff
– Jody Rowland, Edgefield County Sheriff
– Hobart Lewis, Greenville County Sheriff
– Dennis Kelly, Greenwood County Sheriff
– Don Reynolds, Laurens County Sheriff
– Brian Wallace, Marion County Sheriff
– Chad Cox, McCormick County Sheriff
– Mike Crenshaw, Oconee County Sheriff
– Tommy Blankenship, Pickens County Sheriff
– Josh Price, Saluda County Sheriff
– Jeff Bailey, Union County Sheriff
Solicitors endorsing Stumbo include:
– Bill Weeks, 2nd Circuit Solicitor (Aiken, Bamberg, Barnwell Counties)
– Micah Black, 10th Circuit Solicitor (Anderson, Oconee Counties)
– Rick Hubbard, 11th Circuit Solicitor (Edgefield, Lexington, McCormick, Saluda Counties)
– Ed Clements, 12th Circuit Solicitor (Florence, Marion Counties)
– Walt Wilkins, Former 13th Circuit Solicitor (Greenville, Pickens Counties)
Collectively, these 20 law enforcement leaders are respected crime-fighters that represent nearly every corner of the state – from the Upstate to the Lowcountry – and underscore the trust and respect Stumbo has earned across the political spectrum as one of South Carolina’s most experienced and effective prosecutors.
This announcement further builds on the growing statewide momentum behind Stumbo’s campaign as he continues to consolidate support from law enforcement, conservative leaders, and grassroots Republicans.
For more information about David Stumbo and his campaign for Attorney General, visit VoteStumbo.com.







