South Carolina State House District 65

Current seat holder: Cody T. Mitchell.

Tanisha Baskin

Tanisha Baskin is a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives in District 65 (CHESTERFIELD,DARLINGTON,KERSHAW,LANCASTER) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Certified by the South Carolina State Election Commission after filing on March 2026, Tanisha Baskin faces Cody Mitchell in a race in which Cody T. Mitchell is the current seat holder covering CHESTERFIELD,DARLINGTON,KERSHAW,LANCASTER.

Cody Mitchell

Cody Mitchell is an incumbent Republican member of the South Carolina House of Representatives representing House District 65 (CHESTERFIELD,DARLINGTON,KERSHAW,LANCASTER). According to the South Carolina Legislature official member biography, Cody Mitchell's professional background is listed as Attorney and Businessman and education includes Presbyterian Coll., B.A., 2008; Univ. of S.C., J.D., 2011. In the 126th South Carolina General Assembly, Cody Mitchell serves on the House Judiciary; Rules committees.

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“Today, Cody proudly represents House District 65 and serves on the House Judiciary and Rules Committees. Drawing on his legal, military, and business experience, Cody works to protect conservative values, strengthen our communities, and make sure the needs of rural South Carolina are heard in Columbia.” (Campaign Website)
““I was raised to believe that public service is about putting others first. It is an honor to represent the people of District 65 in the South Carolina House, and I remain committed to protecting our conservative values, standing up for our rural communities, and making sure your voice is heard in Columbia. I will continue working every day to earn your trust and deliver results for the communities we call home.”” (Campaign Website)
“Enforcing and protecting our 2nd Amendment rights” (Campaign Website)