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Rep. Mace Faces Backlash Over Trump Endorsement and Exemption

6/29/2025

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U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is under fire for endorsing Trump’s economic policies while pushing for a $285 million exemption for a Mercedes-Benz plant in South Carolina. Critics have called her stance hypocritical, highlighting the state's dependence on federal funds. Mace’s office insists she is focused on boosting local jobs and investment.

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U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is under fire for endorsing Trump’s economic policies while pushing for a $285 million exemption for a Mercedes-Benz plant in South Carolina. Critics have called her stance hypocritical, highlighting the state's dependence on federal funds. Mace’s office insists she is focused on boosting local jobs and investment.