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Ex-Admiral Nancy Lacore Wins SC-1 Democratic Nomination

6/24/2026

Summary

Story summary

Former Navy rear admiral Nancy Lacore, dismissed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, won the Democratic nomination for South Carolina’s 1st congressional district.
She raised $500,000 within two weeks of filing and over $1.6 million by late June, and earned endorsements from VoteVets, Emily’s List and The Bench.
House Majority PAC has earmarked $2.1 million for efforts in the district, while incumbent Rep. Nancy Mace won’t run after losing the Republican gubernatorial primary.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 Republican Revolution, a Republican Party sweep in the midterm elections that reshaped national politics, altered the House’s makeup and created enduring fundraising networks. Those networks now support veteran-focused, ongoing campaigns, exemplified by Nancy Lacore’s 2024 bid for South Carolina’s 1st district, linking the historic shift to today’s congressional contests.

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Story summary

Former Navy rear admiral Nancy Lacore, dismissed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, won the Democratic nomination for South Carolina’s 1st congressional district.
She raised $500,000 within two weeks of filing and over $1.6 million by late June, and earned endorsements from VoteVets, Emily’s List and The Bench.
House Majority PAC has earmarked $2.1 million for efforts in the district, while incumbent Rep. Nancy Mace won’t run after losing the Republican gubernatorial primary.

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