CHARLESTON, SC (LOOTPRESS) — U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace officially entered the 2026 South Carolina governor’s race on Monday, adding her name to an already crowded Republican primary field vying to succeed outgoing Gov. Henry McMaster.

Mace, a Republican representing South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District, made the announcement in a video posted to social media, which ended with the message “Nancy Mace For Governor.” She followed the post with a message asking, “Do you like our X header?” referencing the image used in her campaign launch.

The congresswoman kicked off her campaign with an early-morning event at her alma mater, The Citadel, in Charleston. Her candidacy comes after weeks of speculation and teasing. Last week, Mace released a video highlighting her connection to former Presid

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