Vince Shlomi, 'ShamWow' Pitchman, Files to Run for U.S. Congress in Texas
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Vince Shlomi, the salesman famous for his energetic "ShamWow" television commercials, has filed paperwork to run for the U.S. House of Representatives. He will campaign as a Republican candidate in Texas.
Shlomi is seeking a seat in the state's 31st congressional district. He will compete in the Republican primary election.
The primary race is crowded, with several candidates running. The winner will challenge the current officeholder, Republican Representative John Carter, in the general election.