Summary
RJ May, a South Carolina lawmaker, resigned from his position while in jail awaiting trial for charges related to distributing child sexual abuse material. He faces 10 charges, each with significant potential prison time if convicted. His resignation letter stated it was best for his family and constituents, though it did not mention the charges.
Key Facts
- RJ May is a Republican lawmaker from South Carolina.
- He resigned from the state House while in jail facing child sexual abuse material charges.
- May could face significant prison time if convicted, with each charge carrying a possible sentence of five to twenty years.
- He is accused of using a social media network to exchange files involving child abuse.
- The files were traced back to May's home Wi-Fi and cell phone.
- May's lawyer suggested someone might have used the Wi-Fi password seen online.
- South Carolina's House Ethics Committee started an investigation into May.
- A special election will likely be held to fill May's seat before the 2026 General Assembly session.
