Staff Reports
In a stunning shake-up that’s got the political world buzzing, South Carolina’s Nancy Mace is watching her gubernatorial ambitions unravel as she abandons the MAGA base. Austin McCubbin, once a key ally and consultant for Mace, has raised the alarm. He’s walked away from her campaign, charging that Mace has betrayed the MAGA movement by aligning with the libertarian wing of the GOP.
Mace’s decision to cozy up to figures like Rand Paul and Thomas Massie is a kick in the face to the die-hard supporters of President Trump, who would rather see someone devoted to America First principles. McCubbin’s departure is more than a personnel change; it’s a bold stand in defense of MAGA values. He’s highlighting how Mace seems more interested in courting special interests than standing with the grassroots movement that powered Trump’s rise.
Nancy Mace’s campaign consultant resigns, says she had been disloyal to Trump and has teamed up with Rand Paul, and he urges Trump not to endorse her for SC governor. pic.twitter.com/LdD05sBsBT
— Ron Filipkowski (@RonFilipkowski) December 1, 2025
It appears Mace is gambling her future by embracing the dollar-driven, establishment politics she once criticized. If she’s hanging her hopes on Rand Paul’s network, it might be time for her to rethink her strategy. The MAGA faithful aren’t for sale, and they’re not interested in candidates who think they can waltz into leadership by selling out core conservative values.
This isn’t just about McCubbin’s personal gripes. It’s a warning to all Republicans who think they can court Trump’s loyal base while playing footsie with the establishment. Each move away from America First isn’t just risky; it’s political suicide.
In the rough-and-tumble of South Carolina politics, Mace might just find she’s barked up the wrong tree. With McCubbin’s endorsement of Trump ringing loud and clear, Mace’s dreams of higher office might be fading fast. If you’re a candidate without a firm stance, you might soon find yourself without supporters, left only to dance on the whims of fleeting alliances.
Here’s a wake-up call to those in the GOP hesitant to embrace MAGA fully: the party’s future rests on authenticity, loyalty, and unwavering commitment to American greatness. If Mace can’t muster that, maybe she should reconsider her career. What does it say when even your own camp doubts your convictions?
