SC Attorney General Outlines Lieutenant Governor Role Priorities

Wilson says his pick for lieutenant governor would lead "Families First Audit Initiative" if elected governor

Feb. 3, 2026 at 7:31pm

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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, who is running for governor, unveiled new policy proposals that define the role his lieutenant governor would play if elected. Wilson announced that State Sen. Mike Reichenbach, his choice for lieutenant governor, would lead the 'Families First Audit Initiative' to examine state agencies and ensure taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly.

Why it matters

The lieutenant governor role is an important one, as the person in that position can have significant influence over state policy and operations. Wilson's proposal to have his lieutenant governor lead an auditing initiative speaks to his priorities around government accountability and efficiency if elected governor.

The details

Wilson described Reichenbach as a successful businessman with auditing experience, saying his background makes him the right choice to oversee the 'Families First Audit Initiative.' The effort would focus on examining state agencies to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly and not wasted. Wilson said 'government actors need to act the way business owners act — as if at any given moment someone can come in and audit their books,' and that this approach would make government more efficient.

  • Wilson unveiled the policy proposals on February 3, 2026.

The players

Alan Wilson

The current South Carolina Attorney General who is running for governor.

Mike Reichenbach

A state senator who Wilson has chosen as his running mate for lieutenant governor.

Ralph Norman

A Republican candidate for governor who said his lieutenant governor would serve as the state's 'road czar' and focus on improving roads and bridges.

Pamela Evette

A Republican candidate for governor who criticized Wilson's proposal, saying he should focus on following current laws before introducing new ones.

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What they’re saying

“Government actors need to act the way business owners act — as if at any given moment someone can come in and audit their books. If government actors acted that way, then I think government would be a lot more efficient.”

— Alan Wilson, South Carolina Attorney General

“It would be great if he just could follow the current laws before he confuses himself with new ones.”

— Pamela Evette, Republican Candidate for Governor

What’s next

The lieutenant governor candidates' proposals will likely be a key focus as the gubernatorial race continues to unfold in South Carolina.

The takeaway

Wilson's plan to have his lieutenant governor lead an auditing initiative if elected governor speaks to his priorities around government accountability and efficiency. However, his opponent Evette has criticized the proposal, suggesting Wilson should focus on following existing laws before introducing new ones.