Congresswoman Nancy Mace, a Republican from South Carolina, delivered a powerful speech on the House floor, making shocking allegations of rape, sex trafficking, and other sex crimes against her and other women. She accused four men, including her ex-fiancé, of committing these heinous acts, and criticized the South Carolina Attorney General, Alan Wilson, for failing to prosecute them despite evidence presented to his office.
During her emotional speech, Mace called out those who prey on women, stating that she refuses to let them get away with their crimes. She detailed disturbing incidents of rape, nonconsensual photos, and videos involving women and underage girls in her district, describing the exploitation as premeditated and calculated.
The men named by Mace denied the allegations, with her ex-fiancé expressing his intention to cooperate with legal processes to clear his name. Mace, expected to run for governor in 2026, also called out Wilson for allegedly delaying the investigation into the allegations after being provided with evidence.
Mace’s speech contained graphic details, including her shocking discovery of videos showing her being raped while incapacitated. Despite facing potential legal repercussions for her statements, Mace invoked the Constitution’s “speech and debate” clause as protection.
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division confirmed opening an investigation into the allegations following Mace’s speech.
The investigation into voyeurism began in December 2023 after U.S. Capitol Police contacted South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). The individual under investigation is Bryant, as confirmed by a spokesperson. SLED has since conducted numerous interviews, executed multiple search warrants, and compiled a comprehensive case file that will be made public once the investigation concludes. This ongoing inquiry is intricate and has involved various legal professionals. Upon completion, the case will be referred to a prosecutor for further assessment.
Responding to accusations from Representative Mace that they had not taken appropriate action, Attorney General Wilson’s office vehemently refuted the claims. They clarified that Mace either misunderstands or is purposefully distorting the role of the Attorney General. The office stressed that they had not received any reports or requests for assistance from law enforcement or prosecution agencies regarding the matter in question. Furthermore, they asserted that neither the Attorney General nor his team had any prior knowledge of these allegations before Mace’s public statements.
In a statement released on Monday night, Wilson’s office pointed out that Mace and the Attorney General had participated in several events together in the past six months. They highlighted that Mace has Wilson’s contact number but had never discussed these issues with him. The office emphasized that any individuals with evidence of criminal activity should report it to their local law enforcement agencies, which are responsible for conducting investigations.
His office defended Attorney General Alan Wilson’s track record, stating that he has dedicated his career to safeguarding the most vulnerable populations in the state. They dismissed any suggestions to the contrary as baseless and politically motivated.
Notably, during a heated debate in 2019 over a proposed abortion ban in South Carolina, Mace advocated for including exceptions for cases of rape and incest. She publicly disclosed for the first time that she had been a victim of rape at the age of 16.
