James H. Merrill
American politician
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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]
James Henry Merrill Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 99th district | |
| In office January 3, 2001 – August 31, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Henry E. Brown Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Nancy Mace |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 15, 1967 |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Noel |
| Children | Delaney, Haley, and Darby |
| Profession | public relations |
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]
