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John Lastinger

John Lastinger

Republican · South Carolina · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for South Carolina House District 88, South Carolina

Top priorities

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  • Build strong communities
  • Protect life
  • Uphold Second Amendment rights
Biography

John Lastinger is a pastor at EDGE Church and founder of EDGE Christian Academy & Childcare who represents South Carolina House District 88, per the Legislature's roster. He was elected December 23, 2025, to fill the unexpired term of R.J. May III, who resigned.

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South Carolina House District 88South Carolina · 2026Lexington County sample ballot

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