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Influencer With 20M Followers Says She May Run for Congress in California After a 'Vision'

Trisha Paytas

Social media personality and OnlyFans creator Trisha Paytas has recently surprised fans after revealing she is seriously considering a run for the US House of Representatives in California, after what she described as a vivid 'vision'.

The idea was shared on her TikTok and YouTube platforms, which has drawn both curiosity and scepticism, reflecting the increasingly blurred lines between influencer culture and political ambition. Paytas' remarks have gone viral as she talked about her motivations, potential platforms and formal campaign ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

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