Trump-aligned candidate promotes connections with ex-president, seeks endorsement in South Carolina's gubernatorial contest during campaign-oriented public gathering
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace Announces Bid for South Carolina Governor's Mansion
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace has formally announced her bid for South Carolina's governor's mansion, marking her entry into the crowded Republican primary. At a town hall event billed as "The Mother of All Town Halls," Mace outlined her plans for the governorship and answered questions from supporters.
Mace, known for her alignment with former President Donald Trump, is positioning herself as a strong Trump ally. She expressed her desire for his support, stating, "I would really like his support for governor," and compared herself to Trump by saying, "I am Trump in high heels" to emphasize her alignment with his style and policies.
In the realm of politics, Mace has taken a stand on several key issues. She voted against the infrastructure bill but "absolutely" can tout the grant as an accomplishment, as she claimed credit for a $195 million infrastructure grant in South Carolina, a grant made possible by former President Joe Biden's infrastructure law.
On the topic of South Carolina's current congressional lines, Mace believes they are good and the state legislature, not Congress, is responsible for drawing the lines. She differentiated herself from her opponent by not advocating for redrawing South Carolina's congressional lines.
Mace also expressed support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott in the Texas Legislature's redrawing of the state's congressional map. She did not single out any specific district for targeting, unlike her opponent.
Mace is planning to hold similar events across South Carolina to engage with voters and share her vision for the state. She is also known for her outspokenness, as seen in her 2024 interview with ABC's George Stephanopoulos that resulted in a $15 million defamation settlement. However, it's worth noting that the $15 million from the defamation settlement is intended for Trump's presidential library, and Mace requested her name to be over a women's bathroom in Trump's presidential library.
As the primary approaches, Mace faces competition from other prominent candidates such as Attorney General Alan Wilson, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, and Rep. Ralph Norman. She is hopeful that an endorsement from former President Donald Trump would bolster her campaign.
- Mace's political stance on migration is yet to be clear, but she has expressed her desire for policy-and-legislation that ensures secure borders and a lawful immigration system.
- In the arena of education-and-self-development, Mace plans to invest in skills-training programs that cater to the demands of the job-search market, particularly in industries like car-accidents repair, construction, and healthcare.
- Mace, an ardent supporter of personal-growth, has pledged to implement initiatives that foster mental health awareness and promote general-news literacy among South Carolina's youth.
- While Mace is proactive in addressing war-and-conflicts, she also emphasizes the importance of career-development and economic growth to ensure a prosperous future for the state.
- Recognizing the role of policy-and-legislation in crime-and-justice matters, Mace promises to work towards stricter penalties for offenders, while ensuring fairness and rehabilitation opportunities for all.
- Mace's approach to fire safety policy will be comprehensive, focusing on prevention, response, and rebuilding efforts in the aftermath of fires.
- In the field of sports, Mace is a dedicated football fan, particularly fanatic about football teams like the NFL and the NFL's top-ranked college team, the NCAA-Football.
- Mace supports sports-betting as a means to generate revenue for the state, provided it is regulated properly and conducted responsibly.
- In her role as governor, Mace seeks to implement measures to enhance South Carolina's infrastructure, with a focus on reducing the occurrence of car-accidents on state roads.
- Mace's platform for the governorship also includes initiatives to boost South Carolina's sports industry, such as attracting professional sports teams and hosting major sports events to drive tourism and economic growth.
