Rep. Nancy Mace Accuses Four Men, Including Ex-Fiancé, of Rape and Sexual Abuse in House Speech
Accusations Made Public
Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., took to the House floor Monday night to accuse four men — including her ex-fiancé — of rape, sex trafficking and other sex crimes against her and other female victims, which she called “some of the most heinous crimes against women imaginable.”
Accusations Against Ex-Fiancé and Others
Mace also accused South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, a potential GOP rival for governor in 2026, of failing to prosecute the men after, she said, she presented his office with evidence.
Contact with the House Floor
Mace, who is in her third term, made the accusations during a more than 50-minute speech that was attended by several GOP colleagues, her mother and a dozen other female supporters.
Burning Bridges
“I rise today to call out the cowards who think they can prey on women and get away with it. Today, I’m going scorched earth. So let the bridges I burn this evening light our way forward,” she said in her floor speech.
Details of the Accusations
“We’re talking about rape, nonconsensual photos, nonconsensual videos of women and underage girls and the premeditated, calculated exploitation of women and girls in my district,” Mace continued.
Denials from the Accused
All four men Mace named on the House floor vehemently denied the allegations to NBC News.
Response from Attorney General’s Office
Mace’s former fiancé, Patrick Bryant, a Charleston software entrepreneur, said in a statement: “I categorically deny these allegations. I take this matter seriously and will cooperate fully with any necessary legal processes to clear my name.”
Implications for the 2026 Election
Mace is widely expected to jump into the 2026 race for governor, and one of her potential rivals is Wilson, the attorney general, who is the son of Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C.
Conclusion
Mace’s accusations have sparked a heated debate in the political arena, with some calling for her to provide more evidence and others supporting her courage in speaking out against the alleged perpetrators. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this will impact the 2026 election and the lives of those affected by the allegations.
FAQs
If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, free, confidential help is available through the National Sexual Violence Resources Center and the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-4673.
What is the current situation regarding the accusations? The accused have denied the allegations, and the Attorney General’s office has issued a statement categorically denying any wrongdoing.
What is the potential impact on the 2026 election? Mace’s accusations are likely to have an impact on the election, but the extent is unclear at this time.
