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Mace's Solo Rescue Moves Frustrate White House Amid Middle East Evacuations
politics23 days ago

Mace's Solo Rescue Moves Frustrate White House Amid Middle East Evacuations

White House officials say Rep. Nancy Mace’s independent Middle East evacuation efforts—reaching out to Saudi officials, seeking a Saudi charter to move 300 Americans, and urging relocations to Jordan without a clear onward plan—are complicating the State Department-led mission that has flown about 60 flights and aided around 42,000 people; the episode underscores tensions amid the broader US‑Iran regional crisis and related controversy around Grey Bull Rescue.

Bondi subpoena tests limits of Epstein probe oversight
politics1 month ago

Bondi subpoena tests limits of Epstein probe oversight

The House Oversight Committee voted along party lines to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi for sworn, closed-door testimony about how the Justice Department has handled the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, with Rep. Nancy Mace leading the effort and five Republicans joining Democrats. Bondi could be compelled to answer more directly than in her February testimony and may face contempt if she refuses to appear, signaling ongoing GOP scrutiny of the Epstein case and the Trump administration’s handling of it.

politics1 month ago

House blocks Mace push for public harassment disclosures amid ethics concerns

The House rejected Rep. Nancy Mace’s bid to force public disclosure of sexual-harassment claims against lawmakers, with Ethics Committee leaders warning the disclosures would chill victims and witnesses; the measure was referred to the Ethics Committee 357-65 and is unlikely to advance. Earlier, Mace secured a subpoena at a separate Oversight hearing to obtain records on harassment awards under the Congressional Accountability Act, limited to members of Congress with redactions to protect victims. The updates also note Rep. Burgess Owens’ retirement and other Texas political races.

politics1 month ago

GOP Women Intensify Push on Gonzales Amid Staffer Affair Allegations

Three House Republican women—Boebert, Luna, and Mace—are pressuring Rep. Tony Gonzales to address allegations of an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide, as newly released texts spark ethics scrutiny and threaten his primary bid. Speaker Mike Johnson calls the claims serious but has not moved to remove endorsements, while Gonzales denies any improper relationship.

Nancy Mace profile reveals staff pressure, late-night liquor runs, and Epstein vote fallout
politics2 months ago

Nancy Mace profile reveals staff pressure, late-night liquor runs, and Epstein vote fallout

New York Magazine reports Rep. Nancy Mace allegedly used her Office to boost her online profile by ordering staff to upvote and comment in Reddit’s 'hottest women in Congress' forums, while other aides recount midnight liquor runs and staff cleaning her Airbnb properties; her vote to release Epstein files damaged her relationship with Trump and risks his endorsement for South Carolina governor, prompting concerns from former staffers about her conduct.

politics2 months ago

Ethics Panel weighs lodging-expenses allegations against Rep. Nancy Mace

The bipartisan House Ethics Committee is examining allegations against Rep. Nancy Mace over lodging expenses and reimbursement practices after a referral from the Office of Congressional Conduct; the panel must decide its next steps by March 2, while Mace’s attorney questions the OCC’s disclosures and she denies wrongdoing, in a case echoing past Capitol Hill ethics tensions.

Nancy Mace Launches Campaign for South Carolina Governor
politics8 months ago

Nancy Mace Launches Campaign for South Carolina Governor

US Rep. Nancy Mace has officially announced her candidacy for South Carolina governor in 2026, positioning herself as a bold reformer and critic of current leadership, with a campaign launch at The Citadel and plans for a statewide tour. She faces competition from other Republicans and is known for her outspoken stance on culture wars and her support for Donald Trump.