Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC) has announced she will not enter the upcoming South Carolina GOP special primary to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham on November’s ballot.

“I’m not running for the Senate – because I have some unfinished business. Since I stood on that House floor, I’ve been fighting for every woman and girl who was told to stay silent. I want justice – and that day is coming,” Mace said.

“Thank you for all your support, all the calls and texts. You are the BEST. Serving South Carolina is the honor of my LIFE, and I will NEVER forget it,” she continued.

Mace’s decision follows a move by Senator Darline Graham (R-S.C.), who was appointed to finish the remainder of her late brother’s term, to officially enter the special election after pressure from former President Donald Trump. Graham stated that she feels “an inner peace” about taking on the role and acknowledged the challenges: “Will it be difficult? Yes.”

The South Carolina special primary will also feature businessman Mark Lynch, Representative Ralph Norman, and Representative Russell Fry. Fry declared, “South Carolina, I’m in! I’m running for the U.S. Senate. Too many South Carolina families are struggling to make ends meet. High gas prices and soaring grocery costs are hurting hardworking people.”

Mace has been a vocal proponent for the release of files tied to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and has pushed for his victims to be publicly acknowledged. She also urged law enforcement to pursue any accomplices. In March, Mace introduced a resolution that forced votes to compel the House Ethics Committee to publicly release investigative records involving lawmakers accused of sexual harassment or assault. The measure failed but served as a reminder of her ongoing commitment to unearthing allegations of misconduct and abuse.