Nancy Lacore
SC-01 Democratic nominee?
$55.4K
JUN 24, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Navy officer (retired)
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationSouth Carolina
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BackgroundU.S. Navy officer (retired)
EducationCollege of the Holy Cross — B.A.
Notable personal detailsNancy S. Lacore is a retired U.S. Navy officer and Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District (2026). She served about 35 years in the Navy, including as Chief of Navy Reserve (16th) and Commander, Navy Reserve Force starting August 23, 2024. She is a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross, earned a master’s degree from San Diego State University, and completed senior professional military education including Air Command and Staff College and Joint Forces Staff College.
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Positions
Healthcare
Nancy Lacore’s campaign lists lowering the cost of healthcare and improving access as a priority but does not state specific policy proposals such as support for Medicare for All, a public option, or market-based reforms. Public materials emphasize affordability for families, seniors, veterans, and service members without detailed legislative prescriptions. The available statements are therefore general rather than specific about policy mechanisms.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports reproductive rights and access to abortion; endorsed by EMILYs List, a pro-choice organization.
News
Nancy Lacore won the Democratic nomination in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District after defeating Mac Deford in the runoff. She will now face Republican Rep. Nancy Mace in the general election. The race has been shaped by redistricting fights and a crowded field, and Lacore has also drawn attention for criticizing the Trump administration and for her background as a former Navy Reserve chief and admiral.
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Endorsements
Endorsers of Nancy Lacore for SC-01 Democratic nominee?
EMILY's List
Public endorsement
EMILY's List endorsed Nancy Lacore for South Carolina's 1st Congressional District.
Will Haynie
Public figure
Will Haynie endorsed Nancy Lacore for South Carolina's 1st Congressional District.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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