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Mace Challenges Evette Over Alleged False Trump Endorsements

9/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) accuses Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette (R-S.C.) of using false endorsements from Trump and McMaster, seeking removal of Evette's ads.
Mace's campaign says neither Trump nor McMaster has endorsed any candidate.
Evette brands Mace a "Never Trumper," noting Mace's disavowal after January 6, while the GOP primary nears and candidates intensify attacks ahead of June 9, 2026.

History

Historical Context

Donald Trump's victory in the 2016 South Carolina primary, where he garnered 32.5% of the vote, marked a pivotal moment for the Republican Party, aligning it with his political style. As the 2026 primary approaches, ongoing factionalism within the GOP, highlighted by accusations of false endorsements, reflects deep divisions that have persisted since Trump's rise, influencing candidate viability and party direction.

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Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) accuses Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette (R-S.C.) of using false endorsements from Trump and McMaster, seeking removal of Evette's ads.
Mace's campaign says neither Trump nor McMaster has endorsed any candidate.
Evette brands Mace a "Never Trumper," noting Mace's disavowal after January 6, while the GOP primary nears and candidates intensify attacks ahead of June 9, 2026.

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