SC congressman says he’s ‘coming home’ after next term. GOP challenger says he’s not waiting.

By: Adrian Ashford

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: February 4, 2026

Words: 901

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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A businessman with decades of fundraising experience is challenging U.S. Rep. William Timmons in the GOP primary, calling the 4th District congressman disconnected from his constituents.

David Atchley of Greenville told the SC Daily Gazette this week he plans to officially launch his campaign Feb. 16, the birthday of his late father Bill Atchley, who was president of Clemson University from 1979 to 1985. He accused Timmons of not being accessible.

In response, Timmons’ …

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