This week, influencer Trisha Paytas suggested a potential congressional campaign in a TikTok video that has amassed over five million views. She also covered the topic in a YouTube video named “2026 MANIFESTATIONS.”

Paytas asserted that the notion of becoming a California representative came to her in a vision. Her main objective is to render adult work illegal until the age of 25, among various other goals.

“I never viewed myself as a political individual until I began having children,” Paytas remarked, recognizing that the world could be “dystopian.” Her campaign slogan might be “California could be good.”

Currently, Paytas has not submitted any paperwork to run, as per the Federal Election Commission’s website. She referenced deadlines in her video, such as announcing her candidacy by March 6, which aligns with the requirements for qualification in California.

Paytas has not elaborated on her political stances or shared them on TikTok recently, though many commenters have shown support. She did not reply to a request for an interview.

Given our president’s history as a reality TV personality, Paytas should not be overlooked. Here are some questions for her:

– What political party will you affiliate with, if any?
– Why impose restrictions on adult work for those under 25?
– What constitutes “adult work”?
– What are your views on age-verification regulations?
– What additional legislation do you hope to propose?
– Will your podcast, Just Trish, continue if you are elected?
– Do you have other political ambitions?

Should Paytas wish to reply, my inbox remains open.