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Displaying their conservative principles like the latest fashion trend, MAGA women aren’t shying away from showing a little skin. This includes Nancy Mace, South Carolina’s gubernatorial candidate, who gave Kristi Noem, the former DHS Secretary, some fashion competition during the first debate on April 2, 2026. While Mace often makes headlines for her more controversial actions, her choice of a burgundy pencil skirt at the debate sparked quite the conversation.
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In a sea of male opponents clad in navy and black suits, Mace stood out not just for her bold color choice but also for how her skirt highlighted her well-toned legs. She completed her ensemble with nude stilettos, accentuating her calves, and setting a standard for Republican women on how to balance elegance with allure. Among those who could learn from Mace’s style is the former head of Homeland Security, Noem, known for her occasionally distracting fashion choices.
Mace stood out among her opponents, all men dressed in either navy or black suits, not only because of her color choice, but also because her skirt put her killer legs on full display. The gubernatorial candidate paired her outfit with nude stilettos that helped showcase her defined calves. Mace gave other Republican women a lesson in showing skin while keeping it classy. Among those who should take note is the ousted head of Homelandland Security. Noem has worn some pretty inappropriate outfits that were often too distracting.
Although Kristi Noem no longer serves in the Trump administration, her “ICE Barbie” persona remains memorable. Interestingly, South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace once emulated Noem’s signature look. Shortly after Noem’s confirmation hearing in January 2025, amid her controversial immigration raids, Mace expressed her support for Trump’s immigration policies on X.
To convey her message, Mace took inspiration from Noem’s fashion, donning a tactical vest while sitting in her car. “We’re not just talking about deporting illegal aliens — we’re out here seeing it in action for ourselves — firsthand,” she captioned. “South Carolina needs bold leadership to support President Trump’s America First agenda deporting the bad guys and putting our people first. It helps to have sheriffs who work with ICE too.” Although Mace’s immigration views remain steadfast, her support for Noem has shifted.
Nancy Mace was a fan of the ICE Barbie look
In March 2026, Mace demanded an investigation into Noem regarding the former DHS secretary’s controversial $220 million ad campaign, which featured her in cowboy attire on horseback. “I don’t think she walks away from this, and she shouldn’t, because as Republicans, we need to hold our own accountable because President Trump is trying to re-instill trust in our institutions, in Congress, in the White House,” Mace stated to Newsmax, supporting Trump’s decision to remove Noem from her position.
To send her message, Mace found it necessary to take a page from Noem’s fashion book and put on a tactical vest while sitting safely in her car (seen above). “We’re not just talking about deporting illegal aliens — we’re out here seeing it in action for ourselves — firsthand,” she captioned the post. “South Carolina needs bold leadership to support President Trump’s America First agenda deporting the bad guys and putting our people first. It helps to have sheriffs who work with ICE too.” Mace’s stance on immigration has remained unchanged, but her support of Noem has not.
In March 2026, Mace called for an investigation into Noem over the former DHS secretary’s controversial $220 million ads that featured her in cowboy attire on horseback. “I don’t think she walks away from this, and she shouldn’t, because as Republicans, we need to hold our own accountable because President Trump is trying to re-instill trust in our institutions, in Congress, in the White House,” Mace told Newsmax, adding that Trump made the right call in ousting Noem.Â