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Jenny
Costa Honeycutt

Republican attorney and Charleston County councilmember running for U.S. House in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District, 2026

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17
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12
endorsements
6
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Background

Jenny Costa Honeycutt is a Republican attorney and small-business owner running for U.S. House in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 election. She is a lifelong Lowcountry resident who grew up on James Island, attended Ashley Hall, earned B.A. degrees in Political Studies and Speech Communication from Meredith College (2001), and received her J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law (2004). 21211

Before entering politics, Honeycutt practiced law at a statewide firm for eight years before opening her own firm, Costa Honeycutt, LLC, on James Island, where her practice focuses on construction professionals and related legal matters. 212

Honeycutt has served as a Charleston County Councilmember for District 9 since 2018, having been elected that November and reelected in 2022; her current council term expires December 31, 2026. 116 She is not an incumbent in the congressional race—the seat is being vacated by Rep. Nancy Mace, who is running for governor. 1923

Honeycutt secured the Republican nomination for SC-01 and received an endorsement from President Trump in July 2026. 23 She faced Democrat Nancy Lacore in a general election debate on October 7, 2026, where the candidates addressed affordability, healthcare, and artificial intelligence. 621

At a glance

Party
Republican
Running for
U.S. House · District 1, South Carolina
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
Charleston County Councilmember, District 9
Website
jennyforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Oct 10
    news
    Honeycutt tells Newsmax opponent is 'stuck' on being fired by Hegseth

    In a Newsmax appearance, Honeycutt criticized Lacore for focusing on her dismissal by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying her opponent was 'stuck' on being fired rather than addressing voters' concerns.

    Honeycutt to Newsmax: Opponent 'Stuck' on Being Fired by Hegseth · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 7
    debate
    Honeycutt and Lacore face off in first general-election debate in Mount Pleasant

    In a one-hour debate, Honeycutt pointed to government spending and national debt as drivers of inflation, said 'I support tariffs that work,' and argued the economy was 'very healthy.' She backed guardrails on AI and local control over data-center development, and said she opposes legal abortion except in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother's life.

    Lacore, Honeycutt debate for SC's 1st Congressional District · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 1
    poll
    Co/efficient poll shows Honeycutt leading Lacore 46% to 40%

    A co/efficient survey fielded September 30–October 1 among 837 likely voters put Honeycutt at 46%, Lacore at 40%, Bill Reeside at 4%, and 9% undecided. The poll was sponsored by Thank You For Your Attention To This Matter PAC.

    Post · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 22
    filing
    Honeycutt formally recorded on November 3 general-election ballot

    A race listing citing the South Carolina State Election Commission records Honeycutt on the November 3 ballot alongside Democratic nominee Nancy Lacore and other candidates.

    Nancy Lacore, South Carolina House, District 1 candidate · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Jul 14
    endorsement
    Trump, Speaker Johnson, and Majority Whip Emmer endorse Honeycutt

    President Trump endorsed Honeycutt after the runoff, with House Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Whip Tom Emmer also announcing support. Trump's endorsement covered her support for his agenda on taxes, immigration, energy, the military, and the Second Amendment.

    Jenny Costa Honeycutt | Public Record - The Conservative Ledger · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Jun 23
    news
    Honeycutt wins Republican runoff, securing GOP nomination

    Honeycutt defeated Mark Smith 53.7% to 46.3% in the Republican primary runoff, securing the GOP nomination for South Carolina's 1st Congressional District.

    Who's on the ballot? Get to know South Carolina's 1st Congressional District candidates · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • All six SC-01 sheriffs and a leading police organization official
    Campaign announced endorsement by all six sheriffs serving South Carolina's 1st District and a leading police organization; the announcement does not name the sheriffs or the organization. jennycostahoneycutt.com · Sep 24, 2026
  • Maggie's List organization
    Federal PAC focused on electing conservative women announced its endorsement of Honeycutt. maggieslist.org · Jul 30, 2026
  • Donald Trump official
    Then-president endorsed Honeycutt after the Republican runoff, writing 'Jenny has dedicated her life to serving her Community' and 'SHE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!' abcnews4.com · Jul 14, 2026
  • House Majority Whip Tom Emmer official
    Wrote 'We're looking forward to having Jenny join the Republican team in November.' abcnews4.com · Jul 14, 2026
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson official
    Called Honeycutt 'an America First patriot' and said she would support job creators, farmers and veterans. abcnews4.com · Jul 14, 2026
  • Rep. Jim Jordan official
    Endorsed Honeycutt according to her campaign's post on X. x.com · Jun 12, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$556K
Spent
$478K
Cash on hand
$79K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6SC01334(opens in a new tab)

Sources 17

  1. [1] Honeycutt to Newsmax: Opponent 'Stuck' on Being Fired by Hegseth(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  2. [2] In 1st District race, GOP and Dem nominees split on affordability ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  3. [3] Recap: Jenny Costa Honeycutt, Nancy Lacore face off in 1st Congressional District debate(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  4. [4] Lacore, Honeycutt debate for SC's 1st Congressional District(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  5. [5] Nancy Lacore, South Carolina House, District 1 candidate(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  6. [6] Who's on the ballot? Get to know South Carolina's 1st Congressional District candidates(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  7. [7] News | Jenny Costa Honeycutt for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  8. [8] Post(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  9. [9] Platform(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  10. [10] Jenny Costa Honeycutt | Public Record - The Conservative Ledger(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  11. [11] Jenny Costa Honeycutt(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  12. [12] Graham, Rodriguez, Honeycutt and Weaver Earn Maggie's List ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 30, 2026
  13. [13] Trump breaks silence, endorses Jenny Costa Honeycutt in ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 14, 2026
  14. [14] Councilwoman Jenny Costa Honeycutt, State Rep. Mark Smith ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 18, 2026
  15. [15] BREAKING NEWS: Congressman Jim Jordan has endorsed our ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 12, 2026
  16. [16] Honeycutt touts conservative platform, small business experience in ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 20, 2026
  17. [17] [PDF] 2022 General Election Survey Your Name: Jenny Costa Honeycutt(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2025
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