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Nancy Mace Faces Defamation Lawsuit Over Sexual Allegations

3/14/2025

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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is embroiled in a defamation lawsuit filed by Brian Musgrave, whom she publicly accused of sexual crimes. Musgrave vehemently denies the allegations and is pursuing punitive damages, with his legal team arguing that Mace's unfounded claims have severely tarnished his reputation and challenge the constitutional protections afforded to lawmakers.

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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is embroiled in a defamation lawsuit filed by Brian Musgrave, whom she publicly accused of sexual crimes. Musgrave vehemently denies the allegations and is pursuing punitive damages, with his legal team arguing that Mace's unfounded claims have severely tarnished his reputation and challenge the constitutional protections afforded to lawmakers.