Summary
The House Ethics Committee is investigating Rep. Nancy Mace for allegedly asking for too much reimbursement money to maintain her home in Washington, D.C. Mace's lawyer claims the charges are incorrect, and the inquiry may impact her run for governor of South Carolina.
Key Facts
- The House Ethics Committee is looking into claims that Rep. Nancy Mace over-billed her congressional office.
- The investigation centers on Mace's alleged "improper reimbursement practices."
- The report suggests that Mace received around $9,500 more than she should have over two years.
- Allegations state that Mace claimed full property costs, even though she owned only 28% of the house.
- Mace has not spoken to the Office of Congressional Conduct about the inquiry.
- Mace's lawyer argues the report may have been biased and influenced by her former fiancé.
- The investigation could affect Mace's campaign for governor of South Carolina.
- Mace has accused her former fiancé and others of misconduct, but he has denied this and filed a defamation lawsuit.
