Republican congressional candidate Valentina Gomez has released a campaign ad that has sparked significant controversy. The video shows her burning a Quran and making inflammatory statements against Islam. The ad has generated over 3.8 million views in a single day, drawing both praise and criticism. The video features Gomez declaring her intention to ‘end Islam in Texas’ and invoking religious rhetoric, which has been met with strong reactions from the public and political analysts.
The ad’s content includes references to the song by controversial rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. Gomez’s statements have been condemned by some as incitement, with critics arguing that the ad promotes division and intolerance. The video also includes remarks about America being a Christian nation, with Gomez stating that Muslim terrorists should be sent to their countries. This has sparked a discussion on the role of religious rhetoric in political campaigns.
The controversy has drawn attention from various political figures, including podcaster Brian Allen, who stated that the ad is not politics but rather incitement. The incident has raised questions about the influence of extremist rhetoric in political discourse and the potential consequences for social cohesion in America. With the 2026 elections approaching, the controversy has added to the polarized political landscape in Texas.