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Congresswoman Mace Faces Backlash Amid Gubernatorial Campaign Scandal

12/16/2025

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South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace faces backlash in her gubernatorial campaign after a profanity-laden incident at Charleston International Airport, where she berated TSA agents and police officers.
Attorney General Alan Wilson criticized her behavior, calling her a "spoiled brat."
Mace's ties to controversial lobbyist Marty Irby, who awarded her "Legislator of the Year," have also drawn criticism.
Despite declining support among GOP voters, analysts warn against underestimating her recovery potential ahead of the June 9, 2026 primary elections.

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South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace faces backlash in her gubernatorial campaign after a profanity-laden incident at Charleston International Airport, where she berated TSA agents and police officers.
Attorney General Alan Wilson criticized her behavior, calling her a "spoiled brat."
Mace's ties to controversial lobbyist Marty Irby, who awarded her "Legislator of the Year," have also drawn criticism.
Despite declining support among GOP voters, analysts warn against underestimating her recovery potential ahead of the June 9, 2026 primary elections.