South Carolina Attorney General

Alan Wilson was elected South Carolina’s 51st Attorney General on November 2, 2010, re-elected to a second term on November 4, 2014, re-elected to a third term on November 6, 2018, and re-elected to a fourth term on November 8, 2022. Since being elected, Wilson has focused on keeping South Carolina’s families safe, defending their freedom, and protecting their futures.

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The South Carolina Attorney General serves as South Carolina’s Chief Prosecutor, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Securities Officer.

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Jan 06, 2026

Attorney General Alan Wilson opposes woke gender ideology on government passports

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He joined a 25-state friend-of-the-court brief defending a traditional understanding of sex.

Jan 05, 2026

Attorney General Alan Wilson defends President Trump's removal of Tren De Aragua gang members

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He is leading a 24-state friend-of-the-court brief supporting President Trump’s authority under the Alien Enemies Act to take action against Tren de Aragua, a foreign gang within the United States.

Jan 05, 2026

Anderson man arrested on producing Child Sexual Abuse Material* charge

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Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Alexander Cabal, 42.

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