Rep. Jim Clyburn Announces Reelection Bid

Longtime South Carolina Democrat to run for another term in the House

Mar. 12, 2026 at 9:25pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Rep. Jim Clyburn, a Democratic Congressman from South Carolina, has announced that he will be running for reelection in 2026. Clyburn, who has served in the House since 1993, is set to make his official campaign announcement at the South Carolina Democratic Party headquarters in Columbia on Thursday morning.

Why it matters

Clyburn is a senior member of the House Democratic leadership and a key figure in the party. His decision to run for reelection rather than retire will help maintain stability and continuity in the South Carolina congressional delegation.

The details

Clyburn, who is 85 years old, told ABC News on Thursday that he plans to run for reelection rather than retire. He is scheduled to make his official campaign announcement at 10:30 a.m. at the South Carolina Democratic Party headquarters in Columbia.

  • Clyburn announced his reelection bid on March 12, 2026.
  • Clyburn is set to make his official campaign announcement at 10:30 a.m. on March 12, 2026 in Columbia, South Carolina.

The players

Rep. Jim Clyburn

A Democratic Congressman from South Carolina who has served in the House since 1993 and is a senior member of the House Democratic leadership.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Rep. Jim Clyburn told ABC News on Thursday that he is running for reelection, not announcing his retirement.”

— Rep. Jim Clyburn

What’s next

Clyburn is expected to formally launch his reelection campaign at the event in Columbia on March 12th.

The takeaway

Clyburn's decision to run for reelection maintains stability and continuity in the South Carolina congressional delegation, as he is a senior and influential member of the House Democratic leadership.