U.S. Representative Russell Fry, a Republican, has represented South Carolina's 7th Congressional District since 2023. A strong advocate for conservative values, Fry focuses on reducing government overreach, protecting constitutional freedoms, and promoting economic growth. He works on national security, agriculture, and rural development issues—critical to his district, which encompasses the Pee Dee and Grand Strand regions. Fry has emphasized the importance of supporting small businesses, addressing coastal resilience, and investing in infrastructure to bolster South Carolina's economic future.

Born and raised in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, Fry earned his undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina and later graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Before his congressional career, he served in the South Carolina House of Representatives.