SC Republicans dismiss town hall requests, insult critics

South Carolina's congressional Republicans are not committing to in-person town halls, dismissing requests as a leftist conspiracy. U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace have responded to critics with insults, calling some "loonies" and accusing protestors of being funded by liberal groups. Despite demands for live town halls, only four of the state's six GOP House members have pledged to hold them in the future, with no specific dates provided. U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson stated he prefers tele-town halls for their convenience. The situation follows a wave of backlash against Republicans amid significant government cuts. Mace indicated she is open to future town halls but will not yield to what she describes as rude tactics from protestors.