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Rep. Nancy Mace Under Ethics Inquiry Amid Campaign

3/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) faces a House Ethics Committee inquiry into reimbursement practices that coincides with her South Carolina gubernatorial campaign.
The Office of Congressional Conduct found evidence that Mace sought lodging reimbursements exceeding expenses by $9,485.46.
Mace's counsel criticized the probe, saying it relies on unverified information from her former fiancé Brendan Patrick Bryant.
Mace has not cooperated with the OCC inquiry.

History

Historical Context

The House Ethics Committee, established in 1967, faced significant scrutiny following the 2006 Mark Foley scandal, which revealed failures in congressional oversight. In 2008, new ethics rules were adopted to restore public trust, influenced by the Jack Abramoff scandal. Today, Rep. Nancy Mace's inquiry highlights ongoing concerns about financial transparency and ethical governance, reflecting the enduring impact of these past reforms.

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Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) faces a House Ethics Committee inquiry into reimbursement practices that coincides with her South Carolina gubernatorial campaign.
The Office of Congressional Conduct found evidence that Mace sought lodging reimbursements exceeding expenses by $9,485.46.
Mace's counsel criticized the probe, saying it relies on unverified information from her former fiancé Brendan Patrick Bryant.
Mace has not cooperated with the OCC inquiry.

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