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Irmo Today
By the People, for the People
Ballentine Files for Re-election in South Carolina House
Republican incumbent faces Democratic challenger in District 71 race
Apr. 2, 2026 at 3:41am
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Nathan Ballentine, a Republican who has represented District 71 in the South Carolina House of Representatives since 2004, has formally filed for re-election. Ballentine will face off against Democratic challenger Julie Zimmerman in the upcoming general election.
Why it matters
Ballentine is a long-serving Republican figure in the Midlands region of South Carolina, and this race will be a key contest in determining the balance of power in the state legislature.
The details
Over his tenure, Ballentine has focused on issues such as education, public safety, infrastructure, and government transparency, while also serving in various leadership and committee roles within the House. His district includes portions of Irmo, Chapin, and surrounding Lexington County communities.
- Nathan Ballentine formally filed for re-election on April 2, 2026.
The players
Nathan Ballentine
A Republican who has represented District 71 in the South Carolina House of Representatives since 2004.
Julie Zimmerman
The Democratic challenger facing Ballentine in the District 71 race.
What’s next
The general election between Ballentine and Zimmerman will take place in the fall of 2026.
The takeaway
This race will be a closely watched contest as Ballentine, a long-serving Republican, seeks to defend his seat against a Democratic challenger in a key Midlands district.
