On April 19, 2025, Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) engaged in a heated confrontation with constituent Ely Murray-Quick at an Ulta Beauty store in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The incident began when Murray-Quick inquired about upcoming town hall meetings. Mace responded by accusing him of harassment and used explicit language, stating, “You people on the left are absolutely f—ing crazy” .
Mace recorded the exchange and posted it on social media, referring to Murray-Quick as an “unhinged lunatic” and emphasizing her refusal to back down . She also brought up her voting record on gay marriage, which Murray-Quick questioned, asking its relevance to his initial query.
Murray-Quick later stated that his question was straightforward and did not warrant such a response. He emphasized that the interaction was public and documented, noting that Mace’s reaction was disproportionate .
The incident has drawn criticism from various quarters, with some questioning the appropriateness of Mace’s conduct. No reports were filed with local law enforcement regarding the encounter.
