Micah Caskey Explained

Micah Caskey
State House:South Carolina
District:89th
Term Start:January 10, 2017
Preceded:Kenneth Bingham
Succeeded:Incumbent
Birth Name:Micajah Pickett Caskey IV
Birth Date:2 June 1981
Birth Place:Columbia, South Carolina
Party:Republican
Profession:Lawyer
Residence:Springdale, South Carolina[1]
Website:http://www.micahcaskey.com

Micajah Pickett "Micah" Caskey IV[2] (born June 2, 1981) is an American politician. He currently serves in the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing the 89th district. Caskey was first elected in 2016 and continues to serve the constituents of District 89. Prior to working in the South Carolina legislature, Caskey worked as the Assistant Solicitor (state prosecutor) for the 11th Circuit (2014–2016), and also served in the United States Marine Corps (2003–2013), earning the rank of captain.[2]

Early life and education

Caskey was born in Columbia, South Carolina, to parents Micajah III, and Rebecca Anne Caskey. He grew up in the Springdale, South Carolina, http://www.springdalesc.com and graduated from Dutch Fork High School in 1999. While in high school, he earned Eagle Scout https://www.scouting.org/programs/boy-scouts/advancement-and-awards/eagle/ honors and was also a state champion wrestler.[3] He attended the University of Florida on a full scholarship and graduated in 2003. Later, he attended law school at the University of South Carolina, where he also earned a master's degree in International Business.[4]

Career

Marine Corps (2003–2013)

Caskey served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. He earned the rank of Captain and commanded both company and platoon-sized units during his combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. For his service Caskey received numerous military awards including Navy-Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, NATO International Security Assistance Force Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Combat Action Ribbon. Caskey left active duty to pursue graduate degrees in International Business and law at the University of South Carolina. Later, in 2009, Caskey volunteered to leave graduate school for a year to command a small team of specialized Marines in Afghanistan, his third combat tour of duty. Caskey's work in Helmand Province, Afghanistan was highlighted by New York Times Magazine writer Dexter Filkins in the article, "Stanley McChrystal's Long War".[5] He formally ended his service in the Marine Corps in 2013.

Assistant Solicitor (2014–2016)

In 2014, Caskey became a prosecutor in the 11th Judicial Circuit Solicitor's office http://www.lex-co.sc.gov/departments/DeptAH/buildingdirectory/Pages/Solicitor.aspx, the equivalent of a district attorney's office, in Lexington County, South Carolina. There he prosecuted felony crimes, most notably, high-profile cases involving drug trafficking, child homicide, sexual assaults on children, and murder.[5] [6] [7] Because the state constitution prohibits serving as a prosecutor and as a legislator, after being elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives in 2016, Caskey left the Solicitor's office and opened a private practice in West Columbia.[8]

Private Practice (2016-present)

Caskey Law Firm, P.A. is a general law practice that focuses on civil litigation, Business Law and Constitutional Law.

State Representative (2017–present)

S.C. Rep. Caskey was elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives on November 8, 2016. Rep. Caskey has worked to uphold South Carolina's conservative values through legislation supporting the 2nd amendment, strengthening law enforcement, providing help for veterans in need and empowering small businesses to thrive. On November 18, 2016, he was selected by other representatives to lead the Freshman Caucus.[9]

Committee Assignments

Political Positions

1.Support Law Enforcement and Fight Crime

2. Support for Veterans

3. Support Small Business

4. Second Amendment

5. Energy/ Environmental Protection

6. Infrastructure

7. Election Integrity

Nuclear construction debacle/utility company scandal

In the summer of 2017, in response to the VC Summer Crisis,[18] Caskey lead the formation of the bipartisan Energy Caucus. During the fall of 2017, Caskey was appointed by the Speaker to the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee.[19] In the 2018 legislative session, Caskey remained vocal in criticizing SCANA and others. He helped lead the passage of H.4375, which repealed the Base Load Review Act, to stop SCANA from continuing to charge ratepayers and benefit from the failed project.[20] The bill passed the House on January 31, 2017.

2024 Election

See also: 2024 South Carolina House of Representatives election.

Caskey had no Republican opponent. He faces a challenge by Democratic candidate Wayne Borders in the general election.[21] [22]

External links

Micah Caskey State House

Notes and References

  1. http://www.scstatehouse.gov/member.php?code=0329545415 South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography
  2. Web site: South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography. Scstatehouse.gov. October 12, 2017.
  3. Web site: Dutch Fork Wrestling. Home Teams Online.
  4. Web site: A new generation of Leadership. Micah Caskey. October 12, 2017.
  5. Web site: Lexington County man sentenced to life in prison in toddler's death - ColaDaily.com - You need the news, not the paper. 10 October 2016. Coladaily.com. October 12, 2017.
  6. Web site: Man gets 35 years in prison for impregnating an 11-year-old. Matthew. Stevens. Wach.com. 28 August 2015 . October 12, 2017.
  7. Web site: Man sentenced to 35 years in prison for 2013 stabbing death. Matthew. Stevens. Wach.com. 7 March 2016 . October 12, 2017.
  8. Web site: One of Us. Micah Caskey. October 12, 2017.
  9. Web site: Micah Caskey To Lead SC "Freshman Caucus". Fitsnews.com. 18 November 2016 . October 12, 2017.
  10. Web site: South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography .
  11. Web site: 2021-2022 Bill 3050: Law enforcement officers, certification .
  12. Web site: S.C. House approves $14B state budget, with raises for state employees, law enforcement, teachers . 15 March 2023 .
  13. 2023-2024 Bill 3116: Disabled Veterans Property Tax - South Carolina Legislature Online (scstatehouse.gov)
  14. Web site: 2023-2024 Bill 3594: Constitutional Carry - South Carolina Legislature Online .
  15. Web site: Projects Under Development SCDOT: Region and County .
  16. Web site: SCDOT Ten Year Plan Statewide project information resource .
  17. Web site: 2021-2022 Bill 108: Election Laws .
  18. Web site: SC Lawmakers Create Bipartisan Energy Caucus in Response to VC Summer. Wltx.com. October 12, 2017.
  19. Web site: The House Has Now Moved to Create a Committee to Review VC Summer Failure. 9 August 2017 .
  20. Web site: S.C. House passes bill to halt nuclear-related payments to SCE&G, possibly dooming Dominion takeover. Postandcourier.com. 31 January 2018.
  21. Web site: 2024 . Micah Caskey . June 22, 2024 . Ballotpedia.
  22. Web site: 2024 . Candidates . June 22, 2024 . South Carolina State Election Commission.