James H. Merrill
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James (Jim) Henry Merrill Jr. is a former Republican politician. He was a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 99th District, serving from 2001 to 2017.[1]
Quick Facts Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 99th district, Preceded by ...
James Henry Merrill Jr. | |
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Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 99th district | |
In office January 3, 2001 ā August 31, 2017 | |
Preceded by | Henry E. Brown Jr. |
Succeeded by | Nancy Mace |
Personal details | |
Born | (1967-01-15) January 15, 1967 (age 57) Pensacola, Florida |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Noel |
Children | Delaney, Haley, and Darby |
Profession | public relations |
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During the South Carolina Statehouse corruption investigation, Merrill was suspended from office in 2016 after being indicted on ethics charges and resigned his position on August 31, 2017.[2][3] He ultimately pleaded guilty to one count for not reporting income.[4]
Through his father, US Military veteran Major James Henry Merrill Sr., Merrill is a cousin, once removed to author Myra Lewis Williams.[5]