Nancy Mace: To Run or Not to Run for South Carolina Governor?

In South Carolina, all eyes are on Rep. Nancy Mace. The big question is: Will she jump into the race for governor? The answer might come soon, but it's not clear yet.

Mace, who won her last election with strong support from Trump fans, is thinking about leaving her seat in Congress to run for governor. She might announce her decision at a big event at the Citadel, a military college where she made history as the first woman to graduate.

The Rumors and the Reality

Some people think she will run. A former top Republican in the state said they heard she was going to. They even saw online ads for her speech that said "Mace for Governor." But when the news got out, her team quickly took it down. So, what's the deal? No one knows for sure.

The Competition Ahead

If Mace does run, she will face some tough competition. The main rival seems to be State Attorney General Alan Wilson. Mace has already gone after him publicly, accusing him of ignoring claims of sexual assault. Wilson denied it, saying he never heard any such allegations from her. This fight could get messy.

The Trump Factor

Mace got a big boost from Trump's endorsement in her last race. But Trump might not back her again if she runs against Wilson, who has been a long-time Trump supporter. A recent poll shows Mace is slightly ahead of Wilson, but a lot of voters are still undecided. So, anything can happen.

The Aftermath of Mace's Decision

If Mace leaves her seat to run for governor, a new candidate will step in. The early favorite is State Rep. Tommy Hartnett. He supported DeSantis before Trump won the nomination, which might not sit well with some Trump fans. Democrats could also see this as a chance to win the seat.