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ShamWow Star Vince Shlomi Launches Congressional Campaign

11/27/2025

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Vince Shlomi, the "ShamWow" infomercial star, is running as a Republican for Texas's 31st Congressional District.
He aims to "destroy wokeism" and his campaign is inspired by the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Shlomi is 61 and acknowledges past controversies, including a 2009 arrest for battery, while stating he is a better version.
He plans to address social media censorship and education policies while facing Rep. John Carter.

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Story summary

Vince Shlomi, the "ShamWow" infomercial star, is running as a Republican for Texas's 31st Congressional District.
He aims to "destroy wokeism" and his campaign is inspired by the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Shlomi is 61 and acknowledges past controversies, including a 2009 arrest for battery, while stating he is a better version.
He plans to address social media censorship and education policies while facing Rep. John Carter.