In a shocking revelation on the U.S. House floor, Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina accused her ex-fiancé of physical abuse, non-consensual recording of sex acts, and coordinating acts of rape and sexual misconduct with business associates. Mace claimed that South Carolina’s attorney general failed to act on her accusations, hinting at a potential political vendetta as he could be her opponent in the 2026 governor race.
Mace’s accusations implicated four men, including her former fiancé Patrick Bryant, who denied the allegations. The Attorney General’s office refuted Mace’s claims, stating they had not received any reports on the matter. Democratic House Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar deemed Mace’s allegations very serious.
This is not the first time Mace has spoken out about sexual assault, as she advocates for women’s rights and had previously disclosed a personal experience with assault. Mace’s decision to reveal these accusations on the House floor is unprecedented. She emphasized that her statements are protected by the “speech or debate” clause.
In a show of solidarity, fellow Republican lawmakers, including Reps. Lauren Boebert and Anna Paulina Luna, stood behind Mace during her speech. Mace, who recently won her third term in the U.S. House, is considering a run for governor of South Carolina in 2026, potentially facing her opponent, the current Attorney General. Mace has had a tumultuous relationship with former President Trump, but was endorsed by him in her last campaign.
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