WHY DO YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS? Not everyone in politics is who they seem. Some … more than you might suspect … really do have criminal backgrounds that would surprise you. We have talked about Corporate Psychopathy (HERE) and how it is pervasive in politics as well … so checking facts is always a good idea.
Remember, nothing is what it seems in politics!!!
CHIEF MARK KEEL
CHIEF MARK KEEL: First of all, for those that are not aware, our leader of SLED isChief Mark Keel. He has served as Chief of the S.C. Law Enforcement Division (SLED) since July 1, 2011. Aside from a brief stint as Director of the S. C. Department of Public Safety from June 17, 2008 – June 30, 2011, Chief Keel has served at SLED since August 31, 1979.
As our states Chief Law Enforcement Officer, you will hear Chief Keel’s name often in political circles. [CHIEF KEEL BIO]
SLED Citizens Access to Criminal Histories (CATCH):
First, it should be a relatively simple system, but there are a significant number of “Terms and Conditions” you should be aware of first. It is all on the landing page, and we won’t repeat them all here … but read them before going forward … in fact you have to before proceeding (HERE).
Second, realize there is a non-refundable fee, so if the person does not have a public criminal record, you do not get your money back.
FEE: $25 (plus $1 online convenience fee)
DISCOUNTED FEE: $8 for non-profits (must have an account)
Third, the minimum information required for a SLED Criminal Background Check is:
Last name
First name
Date of Birth
Gender
SEND US YOUR RESULTS
If you find anything interesting, feel free to send it to us. We have seen some rather interesting SLED and other criminal background reports on “political” individuals that would probably shock you.
If you happen to know a better background or criminal records search tool … perhaps something that is national or more in-depth … please let us know. SLED Catch is the official search tool, but there may be unofficial vendors out there with more comprehensive information.
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.
What is the #1 enemy of a political campaign? TIME!!!
The clock is ticking friends. Exactly 365 days from today will be the 2026 Republican & Democrat Primaries here in South Carolina. That is not a lot of time.
It is even less time with EARLY VOTING beginning on Tuesday MAY 25th, 2026 – FRIDAY June 5th, 2026.
ARE YOU READY???
Are you doing what YOU need to do to (1) run for office … or (2) help a CANDIDATE run for office???
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.
Coffee & Politics – May 30th, 2025 – YouTube (HERE)
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.
WHEN: Every Friday from 11am – 1pm
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Coffee & Politics – May 23rd, 2025 – YouTube (HERE)
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.
WHEN: Every Friday from 11am – 1pm
The opposition hates it so much … and we temporarily had to move it to a local DENNY’S restaurant … because they actually filed a ZONING / Business Use violation as we were not authorized to have public meetings inside our HQ (outside is OK) as we are just formally permitted as a “business office” AND a PODCAST STUDIO!!! Yes, we are formally permitted at our HQ as a PodCast Studio … so guess what we can do!!!
We are now LIVESTREAMING the meeting not just for our local Greenville Friends … but also statewide (and worldwide as we have had members watch from Europe & even from a transatlantic cruise).
“What is meant for evil God turns to good”
– Genesis 50:20
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Coffee & Politics – May 16th, 2025 – YouTube (HERE)
– by Jeff Davis
Friends, we have been running a weekly Coffee & Politics Meeting out of our Greenville Headquarters for nearly 3 1/2 years now … and it has been a huge hit. It is how we communicate our vision and #Mission to or local Volunteers and Community … and it one way we RECRUIT more people to the MAGA America First movement.
WHEN: Every Friday from 11am – 1pm
The opposition hates it so much … and we temporarily had to move it to a local DENNY’S restaurant … because they actually filed a ZONING / Business Use violation as we were not authorized to have public meetings inside our HQ (outside is OK) as we are just formally permitted as a “business office” AND a PODCAST STUDIO!!! Yes, we are formally permitted at our HQ as a PodCast Studio … so guess what we can do!!!
We are now LIVESTREAMING the meeting not just for our local Greenville Friends … but also statewide (and worldwide as we have had members watch from Europe & even from a transatlantic cruise).
If anyone would like to make a 501(c)(3) tax deductible donation to help cover the cost of the LIVESTREAM software … we would greatly appreciate the support.
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Jeff Davis is co-founder of mySCGOP.com. Jeff is a ’89 graduate of The Citadel and in 1993 received his Law/MBAfrom USC. A tax attorney / CPA licensed in Georgia, Jeff is an uncompromised school choice advocate for K-12 children with special needs. Originally from Charleston, and having practiced in Atlanta, Jeff and his wife Olga now live in Greenville. Jeff is the Greenville County Republican Party Chairman (2021-2023 & 2025-2027) and also served as the GCRP State Executive Committeeman (2023-2025).
Jeff is also “barred” from attending the SCGOP State Executive Committee Meetings (HERE). Why? Because he dared to run against Drew McKissick for SCGOP Chairman – coming in 2nd with Drew only being reelected by 1.8% (HERE & HERE) – and in September 2021 he told the State Executive Committee that Chad Connelly had been under SLED investigation for a year and a half … and it was true (HERE & HERE).
Send us your opinion on this great debate … and how you would like to see it solved … by emailing us at team@mySCGOP.com.