South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace Shifts to Anti-Gay Marriage Rhetoric Amid Political Campaign

South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace, once a Republican supporter of marriage equality who voted twice for the Respect for Marriage Act, recently posted the anti-gay slogan "Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve" on X, sparking widespread criticism and accusations of hypocrisy. This post, reflecting a shift toward culture-war rhetoric, conflicts with her previous public statements supporting LGBTQ+ rights and her past votes protecting same-sex marriage. Mace's comments have been contextualized by community notes reminding users of her prior support for marriage equality, but critics argue that her recent stance aligns with a broader decline in Republican support for LGBTQ+ rights. The controversy highlights tensions within the GOP and the nation, as attitudes toward LGBTQ+ issues increasingly divide along partisan lines, with Republican support for same-sex marriage dropping significantly in recent years. Mace has also been active in anti-transgender policies, including sponsoring a resolution to ban transgender women from women's restrooms in the Capitol, further fueling debate about her current positions. Her evolving rhetoric and policy focus underscore the complex and shifting landscape of LGBTQ+ rights politics in the United States ahead of her 2026 gubernatorial bid.