Mace said she was “physically accosted” by a man advocating for transgender rights. Witnesses with a group affiliated with the man dispute the allegation, saying the two simply shared a handshake.

A man is facing a federal charge after Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) says he assaulted her because of her views on transgender people.

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