Alan Wilson (politician)

Alan Wilson
Wilson in 2017
51st Attorney General of South Carolina
Assumed office
January 12, 2011
GovernorNikki Haley
Henry McMaster
Preceded byHenry McMaster
Personal details
Born
Alan McCrory

(1973-07-16) July 16, 1973
West Columbia, South Carolina, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
ParentsJoe Wilson (adoptive father)
EducationFrancis Marion University (BA)
University of South Carolina (JD)
Signature
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Army
RankColonel
UnitSouth Carolina Army National Guard
United States Army Judge Advocate General's Corps

Alan McCrory Wilson (born July 16, 1973) is an American lawyer, politician, and military officer who has been the 51st attorney general of South Carolina since 2011. He is a member of the Republican Party. He is the adopted son of U.S. Representative Joe Wilson. During his legal career, he has spoken against legalizing cannabis and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.

Wilson is the Republican nominee for governor of South Carolina in the 2026 election.[1]

References

  1. ↑ "Alan Wilson wins GOP nomination for South Carolina governor after dual Trump endorsement". NBC News. 2026-06-23. Retrieved 2026-06-23.

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