James Fishback

James Thomas Fishback (born January 1, 1995) is an American investor, hedge fund manager, and political candidate. He is seeking the Republican nomination in the 2026 Florida gubernatorial election.

Fishback has proposed divesting $385 million from funds tied to Israel to Florida and has voiced criticism of AIPAC donations to other politicians, refusing any donations from the organization himself. Fishback called Byron Donalds, a U.S. representative endorsed by Donald Trump, a "slave to his donors". He has expressed support for a 50% “sin tax” on OnlyFans creators, a complete abortion ban, and stricter immigration enforcement. Fishback has also critiqued Israel’s role in the Gaza conflict and U.S. foreign policy. He has voiced support for Nick Fuentes, while denying being a groyper.

Fishback has expressed support for the great replacement and white genocide conspiracy theories and criticism of fast food, which he described as “goyslop,” aligning with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s MAHA initiative. On January 9, 2026, he appeared on Tucker Carlson’s podcast.

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