OK friends … this one is a homework assignment.

Joe Kernell has served as Greenville County Administrator since 2004. Over that time, he has become one of the most controversial figures in local Greenville politics. Despite repeated calls over the years—if not the past decade—to “make a change,” Kernell remains in place.

So what’s going on?

The 2024 County Council elections brought significant turnover, with four new members (out of twelve total) campaigning – at least in part – on removing Kernell. Yet, just before those new members were sworn in, his contract was renewed on December 3, 2024.

Then it happened again.

On January 20, 2026, Kernell’s contract was extended for an additional 18 months—reportedly as a “final” extension. Voters were told Council had no real option but to approve the extension.

But does that actually make sense?

Remember: Watch what they DO, not what they SAY.

So here’s the assignment:

Below are the employment contracts for Kernell dating back to 2006. Many of you have legal or human resources backgrounds. Take a close look and tell us what you see.

Is there – or was there – a way out of these contracts?

We’re told the answer is no. That Council’s hands were tied.

But as we often say: where there is a WILL, there is a WAY.

So the real question becomes:

Was there simply no will to replace Kernell?

Send us your thoughts: team@mySCGOP.com

THE EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS:

November 15, 2006 (HERE):

December 7, 2011 (HERE):

March 13, 2019 (HERE):

March 5, 2024 (HERE):

December 3, 2024 (HERE):

January 20, 2026 (HERE):

https://www.greenvillecounty.org/Administrator

We received this fundraising text on Monday.

Does this tell us anything?

You Decide!

Watch what they DO, not what they SAY!

www.mySCGOP.shop

Sharia Law is on the ballot in Texas on March 3rd, 2026 … and the FIGHT for Texas is on … so Steve Bannon has WARROOM TEXAS on full speed and will be broadcasting from the Lone Star State over the next 4 weeks starting February 2nd.

Catch the 5 minute, 24 second discussion below.

WarRoom Texas – Jeff Davis 01/2026 (X – HERE)

WarRoom Texas – Jeff Davis 01/26/2026 (YouTube – HERE)

At mySCGOP.news, we focus on South Carolina state and local politics … but we did want to venture into the national story of the weekend — the Alex Pretti ICE shooting in Minnesota — and challenge you to look a little deeper (with all matters), and to take a peek at the “business” in the background in Minnesota.

There is A LOT of talk about the shooting — and we have all seen the videos circulating — but look in the background and ask yourself, “What is the New American Development Center?”

A quick search shows it is not a daycare center … but yet another type of NGO (non-governmental organization) with the espoused (and government-funded) mission to reduce poverty for Somali and East African immigrant and refugee communities.

How much does that cost taxpayers? $1,441,733 in government grants in 2024. The Executive Director earned $163,900 in 2024 … $168,323 in salary for other “disqualified” people/persons … $40,000 in lobbying … and a host of other “expenses” that are very questionable as to the amounts, and we can only guess who received those funds.

See the publicly available IRS Form 990 below or HERE.

Is this yet another apparent sham uncovered with about five minutes of Google searches?

South Carolina Attorney General candidate DAVID PASCOE has committed to establishing a PCU — Public Corruption Unit — when he takes office. Minnesota (and the U.S.) may need a PCU too.

As we teach, when something doesn’t make sense — DIG DEEPER!!!

ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer (Click image above or HERE)

Asad Aliweyd, Executive Director
New American Development Center
$163,900 salary for 2024

Closed Primaries is one of the top legislative issues for MAGA / America FIRST Patriots in South Carolina … and it is a plank in the SCGOP Platform. So why is it so hard to get?

That is somewhat of a rhetorical question as we all understand that in South Carolina we have A LOT of moderate (if not left-leaning) “Republicans” that count on Democrat cross-over votes to win their GOP Primary.

Although we have been promised for decades now that registration by party (as an initial step) and ultimately closed primaries is a goal of SCGOP establishment leadership … but we have NEVER seen a real effort … until this year.

Why the change in 2026? Why is the SCGOP pushing sooooooo hard for their bill, H3643? Simple … this year we have a “candidate qualification” provision (unrelated to closed primaries) that allows the establish to KEEP OUT certain candidates, and give a pass to those they like.

See the 2 hour hearing held on Wednesday January 21st, 2026, and judge for your self.

SC House Hearing – 01/21/2026 (YouTube – HERE)

Here is your speakers list – pro & con:

– coming –

Greenville County Republican Party Chairman Statement on RJ May’s Sentencing

Greenville, SC – January 14, 2026 – The Greenville County Republican Party (GCRP) expresses its sincere gratitude to the Office of the United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina for their diligent and thorough work in prosecuting former State Representative and co-founder of the SC Freedom Caucus, RJ May, on federal charges of distributing child sexual abuse material.

We are thankful for the comprehensive investigation and prosecution that ensured accountability, culminating in today’s court-imposed sentence of 17.5 years in federal prison, to be followed by 20 years of supervised release and $58,000 in restitution to victims.

As a public servant who advanced legislation aimed at punishing child abusers and protecting vulnerable individuals, Mr. May’s private actions in distributing such horrific and depraved material represent a profound betrayal of public trust and the very principles he publicly championed. He, above all others, should have known better.

Chairman Jeff Davis of the Greenville County Republican Party stated: “It is disgusting but not surprising to find this level of depravity in South Carolina politics. This case is a stark reminder of how predators can hide behind positions of power and public virtue, making the betrayal even more egregious.”

Crimes against children are among the most heinous offenses imaginable, and we stand firmly with the victims and their families in demanding full justice. The Greenville County GOP remains unwavering in its commitment to upholding the rule of law, protecting the innocent, and supporting every effort to combat child exploitation at all levels.

We continue to pray for healing and restoration for all those affected by this tragedy.

WORD 98.9 News Report: HERE

Read FITSNews’ Andy Fancher’s recap of all the details HERE.