Campaign-trail activity picks up in early spring
Campaign activity for the 2026 governor's race increased as spring began, with Mace leading early internal polling at roughly 24 percent.
March 2, 2026
As the 2026 election year got underway, campaign activity around Nancy Mace's gubernatorial bid increased, with appearances across South Carolina. Internal campaign polling around this period placed Mace at approximately 24 percent in the Republican primary field, an early front-runner position.
The formal launch date is documented in the 2026 Governor Campaign entry; specific stops and remarks should be added with sources.