Former Staff Allege Nancy Mace Forced Burner Accounts Use to Boost Image

Several former staffers of Republican Rep. Nancy Mace have alleged that she directed them to create burner accounts across various social media platforms to monitor public opinion and bolster her image, sometimes responding with false information. Mace, who describes herself as a self-taught coder and chairs a House subcommittee on cybersecurity and technology, reportedly programs her own bots and burner accounts, a claim supported by a former consultant. Staffers expressed frustration that their congressional duties were sidelined for these activities, which included engaging with critics online, even on Reddit. Mace's communications director denied these allegations, calling it disrespectful to taxpayers and emphasizing the congresswoman's dedication to her constituents. Some former staffers also questioned Mace’s coding proficiency despite her frequent claims of technical expertise. These revelations highlight a contrast between Mace's public tech persona and the internal practices reported by her ex-staff.