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Rep. Nancy Mace Faces Alcohol Allegations Amid Governor Bid

2/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) denies allegations of excessive alcohol consumption and misconduct from a New York Magazine profile.
She says her hemochromatosis limits alcohol intake and adds, "I'm not allowed to drink much."
Former staffers contradict her, alleging she ordered liquor after midnight and had a significant drinking problem.
Mace is running for governor of South Carolina amid ongoing scrutiny and an ethics investigation.

History

Historical Context

The Alcohol Prohibition Era, initiated by the Eighteenth Amendment in 1920, aimed to curb alcohol consumption but instead fueled organized crime, with Chicago's criminal activity reportedly tripling. The Volstead Act enforced this ban, leading to a 30% rise in crime. Today, Rep. Nancy Mace's alleged excessive drinking echoes the societal challenges of Prohibition, highlighting ongoing issues of alcohol consumption and political accountability.

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Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) denies allegations of excessive alcohol consumption and misconduct from a New York Magazine profile.
She says her hemochromatosis limits alcohol intake and adds, "I'm not allowed to drink much."
Former staffers contradict her, alleging she ordered liquor after midnight and had a significant drinking problem.
Mace is running for governor of South Carolina amid ongoing scrutiny and an ethics investigation.

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