Nancy Mace confronts trans suspect who threatened to kill her: ‘Not a joke’

Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., commended a South Carolina judge on Friday for denying bond for Samuel Theodore Cain, a 19-year-old transgender activist accused of threatening to assassinate her. Cain, who goes by the name “Roxie Wolfe” online, was arrested on May 15 by state agents for allegedly posting graphic threats aimed at Mace and her children. The judge, recognizing the severity of the threats, ordered Cain to be held without bond and prohibited any contact with the victim.

Mace, who flew in from Washington, D.C., to deliver a victim impact statement in court, described the threats as acts of terror that had forced her to alter her routine, seek shelter, and request increased law enforcement presence at her home and congressional offices. She emphasized the vulnerability she and her staff faced as a result of the threats, stating that “threats like these are acts of terror meant to shake the foundations of democracy.”

Following the hearing, Mace expressed her gratitude for the judge’s decision, noting the importance of standing up for women’s rights in the face of such threats. She also extended a gesture of grace by shaking hands with Cain’s father, acknowledging the difficulty faced by his family in the midst of the situation.

Reflecting on the impact of the threats on her daily life, Mace highlighted the need for accountability in addressing such acts of violence. She emphasized the seriousness of the threats she receives regularly, particularly from transgender activists, and warned of the potential consequences of inaction.

Mace called out the lack of response from Democrats in condemning the threats against her, noting that such violence against elected officials undermines democracy. She stressed the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions and urged for justice to be served in Cain’s case.

In conclusion, Mace expressed hope that Cain would find a path to redemption and emphasized the need to treat threats against public servants as criminal offenses. She underscored the gravity of the situation and the necessity of addressing such threats with the seriousness they deserve.

Mace’s office did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Jasmine is a writer at Fox News Digital and a military spouse based in New Orleans. For more stories, email jasmine.baehr@fox.com.