Joseph Thomas McElveen, III | |
|---|---|
| Member of theSouth Carolina Senate from the 35th district | |
| In office 2013–2024 | |
| Preceded by | Phil P. Leventis |
| Succeeded by | Jeffrey R. Graham |
| Personal details | |
| Born | (1978-02-17)February 17, 1978 (age 47) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Bronwyn |
| Parent | Joe McElveen |
| Alma mater | Davidson College University of South Carolina |
| Occupation | Attorney |
| Website | Senator McElveen |
Thomas McElveen (born February 17, 1978) is a formerSouth Carolinastate senator, representing the 35th district. He is a member of theDemocratic Party.
McElveen earned a bachelor's degree fromDavidson College in 2000 and a JD from theUniversity of South Carolina in 2003.[1] McElveen's father,Joe McElveen, is the mayor ofSumter, South Carolina.
McElveen served as both a prosecutor and public defender forSumter County.
McElveen served in theSouth Carolina Senate from 2012 to 2024. He served on the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources, Corrections and Penology, Fish, Game and Forestry, Judiciary, and Rules committees.[1]
In 2024, McElveen announced that he would not run for re-election.[2] He was succeeded by DemocratJeffrey R. Graham.[3]