Democratic Candidate’s Social Media Followings Spark Controversy
Recent reports indicate that the Instagram account for the Democratic Party’s campaign in one of the most closely watched House races for 2026 was following several OnlyFans models and individuals claiming to be witches.
The New York Post highlighted that Joanna Mendoza, a Marine Corps veteran competing against Juan Siscomani in Arizona’s 6th Congressional District, had been following 12 accounts known for posting sexually explicit material, including images featuring sex toys.
Additionally, the account also followed a self-identified witch offering to teach her followers about witchcraft.
This social media activity has led to an unusual controversy, particularly in a race that’s expected to influence Congressional control in 2026, where Republicans are working to defend key seats.
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Mendoza’s Instagram account reportedly unfollowed several of these accounts after the New York Post sought comment. However, the Mendoza campaign did not respond to inquiries from FOX News Digital.
Among the accounts followed by Mendoza’s campaign was a transgender socialist activist known for sharing photos in BDSM attire. One such post featured the activist wearing leather and chains on their torso.
Moreover, the campaign reportedly followed at least two accounts associated with OnlyFans.
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According to reports, Mendoza’s campaign account had vowed to share “beginner tips” on topics like “Eden energy medicine” and “crystal spirit reading” with aspiring witches.
In prior campaigning efforts, Mendoza has faced scrutiny, particularly after resurfacing video showed her backing legal prostitution. During her run for state House in 2020, she expressed to Arizona LGBT groups her commitment to advocating for the “decriminalization of sex work,” which she argued would support “trans people, especially trans women of color,” given the discrimination they face in traditional workplaces.
As the election approaches, the Cook Political Report views the contest for Arizona’s 6th Congressional District as highly competitive, with neither party holding a clear edge. Mendoza’s district is one of just 18 evaluated this way leading into the 2026 midterms.
