History of RJ May in Timeline

Robert J. May III is an American politician who currently serves as a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives for the 88th District. He assumed office in 2020 and is affiliated with the Republican party. His political career is relatively recent, marking him as a contemporary figure in South Carolina's political landscape.

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October 18, 1986: Robert J. May III Born

On October 18, 1986, Robert J. May III was born.

2018: Involvement in Catherine Templeton's gubernatorial campaign

In 2018, Robert May served on Catherine Templeton's gubernatorial campaign.

2020: Elected to South Carolina House of Representatives

In 2020, Robert J. May III was elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 88th District. He is a member of the Republican party.

2021: Elected Vice Chairman of the South Carolina Freedom Caucus

In 2021, Robert May was elected as the Vice Chairman of the South Carolina Freedom Caucus. He also serves on the House Agriculture, Natural Resources & Environmental Affairs Committee, and on its Environmental Affairs subcommittee.

October 24, 2024: Re-elected to SC House Race

On October 24, 2024, a federal document was filed in US District Court for South Carolina with a motion to extend time to file judicial forfeiture action. May faced a write-in candidate, Republican Brian Duncan, in his SC House race, and he was re-elected.

December 2024: Suspension from South Carolina Freedom Caucus

In December 2024, according to press reports, Robert May was suspended from the South Carolina Freedom Caucus amid an ongoing investigation.

2024: House Searched in CSAM Investigation

In August 2024, Robert May's house was searched in conjunction with an investigation into potential Child Sex Abuse Material (CSAM). The investigation is ongoing, and being conducted by the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Special Investigations Unit (HSI).