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The South Carolina State Elections Commission removed its executive director, Howard Knapp, citing a need for new leadership.

The commission's chairman stated the decision was not related to the conduct of any state election.

This leadership change occurs amid a legal debate over releasing voter registration data to the U.S. Department of Justice.

The South Carolina State Elections Commission voted on Sept. 17 to remove its executive director, citing a need for new leadership.

The state elections commission is made up of five members appointed by the governor for four year terms. The commission appoints the executive director, who acts as the chief election official for South Carolina.

Former Executive Director Howard Knapp was removed from his position after a vo

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