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Mace's Controversial Anti-Trans Campaign Sparks Outrage

9/13/2025

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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) is running for governor, focusing on her anti-trans views.
After rightwing activist Charlie Kirk was shot, Mace labeled the shooter as transgender, using derogatory terms.
Kirk's shooting occurred during a debate on blaming trans individuals for mass shootings, which are predominantly committed by cisgender men.
Mace has previously used anti-trans slurs and unjustly accused Democrats of responsibility for Kirk's death.
Rep. Sara Jacobs defended trans rights, noting no evidence links trans individuals to violence.

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Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) is running for governor, focusing on her anti-trans views.
After rightwing activist Charlie Kirk was shot, Mace labeled the shooter as transgender, using derogatory terms.
Kirk's shooting occurred during a debate on blaming trans individuals for mass shootings, which are predominantly committed by cisgender men.
Mace has previously used anti-trans slurs and unjustly accused Democrats of responsibility for Kirk's death.
Rep. Sara Jacobs defended trans rights, noting no evidence links trans individuals to violence.