Governor appoints next SC Adjutant General

The governor named Brigadier General Robin Stilwell to the post.

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Tuesday afternoon Governor Henry McMaster named South Carolina’s new adjutant general.
The governor named Brigadier General Robin Stilwell to the post.
Stilwell, who currently serves as director of the joint staff for the South Carolina National Guard, will succeed the current Adjutant General Major General Van McCarty, who plans to retire after serving in the position since 2019.

“Major General Van McCarty represents the very best of South Carolina’s military community. He has provided a steady hand during times of crisis and has proven to be the right man, at the right time, to lead our National Guard,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “As we look to the future, Brigadier General Stilwell’s extensive experience within the South Carolina National Guard and his proven leadership in domestic and overseas operations make him the right choice to serve as our next Adjutant General. We are fortunate to have a committed and highly respected leader ready to step into this critical role.”

Brigadier General Stilwell’s appointment will need to be approved by the state senate.