Who is Valentina Gomez, the Texas candidate who burned the Quran?
Valentina Gomez is a 26-year-old far-right Republican running for Texas's 31st Congressional District in 2026. Born in Colombia, she moved to the US in 2009 and previously failed to win office in Missouri. Known for her provocative stunts, Gomez recently sparked outrage by burning a Quran on video, reinforcing her anti-Islamic and ultra-conservative campaign messaging.