Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina has announced that she is seriously considering a gubernatorial run in 2026 and will make a final decision in the coming weeks. Mace, who currently represents South Carolina's 1st District, stated that she plans to seek support from former President Donald Trump, who remains popular in the state.
Mace recently introduced a resolution to ban transgender women from using women's bathrooms at the U.S. Capitol and House office buildings, a move that aligns with social conservative views and could enhance her statewide profile. She acknowledged the need to engage more with voters in conservative areas like the Upstate region.
