Columbia, S.C. — South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that his attorneys have filed a Petition with the South Carolina Supreme Court.

In this action, Treasurer Loftis challenges the Senate’s efforts to remove a Constitutional officer, elected on a statewide basis. The Petition also requests a stay of the Senate hearing, currently set for April 21, 2025, and asks the Court to determine whether this Constitutional provision can be used to remove a State Treasurer.

The filing comes after State Senators scheduled a hearing to consider removing Treasurer Loftis from office over a reported $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy.

“This injunction is about ensuring fairness, transparency, and adherence to the rule of law,” said Treasurer Loftis. “I am asking the Supreme Court to step in and clarify whether the Senate is authorized to overturn a state election using this provision. The people of South Carolina deserve a process that upholds the law and the democratic principles they have entrusted to us.”