Meet Charles Lauret
Charles E. Lauret is a Marine Corps veteran and retired law enforcement officer, and lifelong Southern patriot with over 20 years of dedicated service to the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Running for Lt. Commander-in-Chief in 2026, Charles is committed to growing our ranks, protecting our heritage, and leading with honor.
Experience You Can Trust
Over two decades of leadership roles within SCV at camp, division, and national levels.
Heritage We Defend
Deep commitment to preserving the memory and honor of our Confederate ancestors.
Vision For Growth
Plans to boost membership and visibility in the digital age while honoring tradition.
I, Charles E. Lauret (pronounced law-ray), am officially announcing my candidacy for Lieutenant Commander in Chief of the Sons of Confederate Veterans at the 131st Annual Reunion in Lexington, Kentucky.
With decades of leadership in the SCV and a lifetime of service as a Marine Corps veteran and law enforcement officer, I am ready to step up and lead.
At a time when recruiting and retention are critical, I’m committed to growing our ranks, defending our heritage, and building on the successes we’ve made.
Together, we can stop the decline and ensure the future of our charge.
I ask for your support to serve you as Lt. Commander in Chief in 2026.
As Lt. Commander in Chief, my mission is simple — recruit, retain, and defend our Southern heritage with relentless drive. From protecting monuments and flags to teaching the full story of the South and rallying the next generation, this is a full-scale battle plan for survival and victory in today’s culture war.
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