In a case that has ignited intense public discourse, a South Carolina magistrate judge recently denied bond to Samuel Theodore Cain, a 19-year-old transgender woman accused of making violent threats against Representative Nancy Mace.
At a Glance
- Trans activist “Roxie Wolfe” accused of threatening Rep. Nancy Mace and her children
- Judge denied bond amid concerns over violent online messages
- Mace has received threats for months following her stance on transgender legislation
- Case sparks debates on digital threats, free speech, and public safety
- Mace calls for Section 230 reform and harsher action against political violence
Chilling Threats, No Bail
Samuel Theodore Cain—known online as Roxie Wolfe—now holds the dubious distinction of being the first known transgender activist arrested for allegedly threatening a sitting member of Congress. The charges stem from months of violent messages directed at Rep. Nancy Mace, including threats to murder her and harm her children.
Cain admitted to making the threats, telling law enforcement she “didn’t mean it.” But a South Carolina magistrate didn’t buy it. Given the graphic nature of the threats and Cain’s history of inflammatory online activity, the court denied bond entirely, citing public safety risks.
Watch a report: Nancy Mace Reacts to Bond Denial.
Free Speech or Targeted Terror?
The incident underscores the growing tension between online expression and physical safety. Mace, who has championed legislation to restrict transgender access to female-only spaces, has received death threats for more than six months.
“This cannot be normalized,” Mace said, condemning what she sees as the left’s silence on political violence. “I’ve waited for this for a long time.” She also quipped, “I hope they have makeup wipes in prison,” a jab at Cain that sparked both support and backlash online.
Mace now calls for reform to Section 230—the law shielding platforms from liability for user content—arguing that unchecked online rhetoric can have real-world consequences.
Political Flashpoint
Investigative journalist Andy Ngo highlighted Cain’s social media activity, noting long-standing support for far-left causes and a disturbing pattern of violent rhetoric. Prosecutors claim Cain’s threats were both intentional and repeated, designed to intimidate a public figure and her family.
While no federal charges have yet been filed, the case amplifies a broader debate: Where does digital dissent end and domestic terror begin? Mace’s allies say this is a warning shot for political leaders nationwide, especially women, who face escalating threats from radicalized corners of the internet.
With Cain in custody and no bond forthcoming, the case now heads to trial—one that will test not just criminal statutes, but the nation’s tolerance for violence masquerading as activism.
