Samantha is from South Carolina and graduated from McMurry University in Abilene, TX with a bachelor's in political science and from Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA a masters degree in International Relations with a concentration in Middle Eastern Politics

Samantha is an Air Force veteran who dedicated ten years of her life to military service. She has experience as a grassroots activist on Rob Blum's 2014 campaign in Iowa and in South Carolina with Senator Cruz's Keep the Promise super PAC. She has also been the Scheduler and Finance Assistant for Governor Ellsworth of Pennsylvania, Regional Field Director of the West Virginia GOP, and worked on the inaugural team of Governor Lee of Tennesee. During the last year she was the Finance Director for a local race in Chattanooga and Austin. 

Samantha credits Rush Limbaugh, who she has been listening to since she was ten years old, with getting her involved in conservative politics. Samantha is passionate about the Conservative movement and the importance of youth involvement.