Jim Clyburn — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 6th congressional district, serving his 17th term since 1992.
Served as House Majority Whip from 2007 to 2011 and again from 2019 to 2023.
Held the position of House Assistant Democratic Leader from 2011 to 2019 and from 2023 to 2024.
Was the third-ranking House Democrat from 2007 until 2023.
Played a pivotal role in the 2020 presidential election by endorsing Joe Biden.

Biography

James Enos Clyburn is an American politician who serves as the U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 6th congressional district. First elected in 1992, Clyburn is currently serving his 17th term. Since 2021, he has been the only Democrat in South Carolina's congressional delegation and has served as the dean of the state's delegation since 2011.

Within the House Democratic Caucus, Clyburn was the third-ranking Democrat from 2007 until 2023.