Charles Pinckney served as a Representative from South Carolina in the United States Congress from 1798 to 1821. A member of the Republican Party, Charles Pinckney contributed to the legislative process during 3 terms in office.

Charles Pinckney’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Charles Pinckney participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Charles Pinckney Jr. (October 26, 1757 – October 29, 1824) was an American Founding Father, planter, and politician who was a signer of the United States Constitution. He was elected and served as the 37th governor of South Carolina, later serving two more non-consecutive terms. He also served as a U.S. Senator and a member of the House of Representatives. He was a first cousin once removed of fellow signer Charles Cotesworth Pinckney. Pinckney’s descendants included seven future South Carolina governors, including men related to the Maybank and Rhett families.