• Nancy Mace shows urgency in calling for stronger video voyeurism laws after revealing private images allegedly taken without her consent by her ex-fiancé.
• Mace accused her ex of serious crimes, including hidden recordings and sexual abuse involving multiple victims.
• Her ex-fiancé denied all allegations and claimed she is using her role in Congress to avoid legal consequences.

Rep. Nancy Mace shocked Congress on Tuesday when she displayed photos of her naked silhouette during a House Oversight Committee hearing. She claimed the photos were taken without her consent by her ex-fiancé, Patrick Bryant. Mace used the images to support a bill that would strengthen laws against video voyeurism. She told the committee, “Freedom is not a theory. It is the right to dress and undress without being watched or filmed.” She explained that hidden cameras violate that basic right. Mace spoke with emotion and authority. She said, “I speak not just as a lawmaker, but as a survivor.”

She Says Hidden Cameras Caught Her Naked at Home

Behind Mace stood large poster boards showing blurry, black-and-white images. The pictures came from a hidden security camera, allegedly set up in a living room. One still photo showed a vague silhouette, which Mace circled in yellow. She said, “Behind me is a screenshot from one of the videos I found of myself. That yellow circle shows my naked body.” She said she never knew the camera was there. She also said she never gave permission to be filmed. Mace warned that this type of invasion could happen to anyone and that the law must catch up with modern technology.

Her Ex-Fiancé Denies All the Allegations

Patrick Bryant, Mace’s former fiancé, quickly denied all claims. He said in a statement, “I categorically deny the false and outrageous claims made by Nancy Mace. I have never raped anyone. I have never used hidden cameras. I have never harmed any woman.” Bryant also said, “These accusations are not just false—they are malicious and deeply personal.” He claimed he only made the mistake of trusting someone who later turned on him. Bryant strongly defended himself and insisted that the accusations had no basis in truth.

Bryant Accuses Mace of Hiding Behind Her Job

Bryant claimed Mace is using her public role as a shield. He pointed to the U.S. Constitution’s speech and debate clause, which protects lawmakers from lawsuits or criminal charges for things they say while doing official work. Bryant said, “If she believed the claims were true and had real proof, she would have said them outside the chamber.” He argued that she hasn’t taken legal action outside of Congress because she knows she can’t win. Bryant accused her of making the claims only to avoid legal risk and protect her reputation in the media.

Mace First Spoke Out in a Shocking February Speech

Mace first made these serious claims back in February. She gave an emotional speech on the House floor. In that speech, she accused Bryant and three of his business partners of horrific crimes. Mace said they committed acts of rape, voyeurism, and sexual abuse. She also said that some victims were underage girls. According to Mace, she discovered a massive collection of more than 10,000 photos and videos on Bryant’s phone. She claimed those files contained proof of abuse involving herself and at least a dozen other women.

Police Are Now Investigating the Case

Law enforcement is now involved. The South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division launched an investigation into Mace’s claims. Bryant said he is cooperating fully with the probe. So far, authorities have not released more details. The case remains active. Investigators will need to examine the images, the phone, and any other evidence to determine what really happened. Both sides continue to tell very different stories. The truth may take time to uncover.

Mace Calls for Stronger Laws to Protect Victims

Mace used her experience to push for new legislation. She wants Congress to expand laws against video voyeurism. She believes current laws don’t do enough to protect victims like herself. During the hearing, she urged lawmakers to act fast. Mace said, “Liberty was written on parchment by our Founders, but hidden cameras erase it in pixels.” She made it clear that she plans to fight for others who feel violated and voiceless. Her message resonated with many, especially victims of digital abuse.

The Case Sparks National Debate

Mace’s bold move to show personal images in a public hearing grabbed headlines. It also sparked debate across the country. Some people called her brave. Others questioned her timing and motives. Still, her message about privacy and consent struck a chord. Many lawmakers now feel pressure to update laws that haven’t kept up with new forms of abuse. Mace said, “I’m not doing this for attention. I’m doing this so it never happens to anyone else.” Her voice as both a survivor and a lawmaker adds weight to the growing demand for change.