Farrah Abraham Accidentally Runs for Mayor, Accidentally Discovers Time, Settles for City Council

In what can only be described as a bold crossover episode between reality television, civic government, and basic calendar literacy, former Teen Mom star Farrah Abraham has announced her intention to enter local politics in Austin, Texas. Briefly. Incorrectly. And then slightly less incorrectly.

Abraham filed paperwork Wednesday to run for mayor of Austin, a race that, inconveniently for all involved, does not exist until 2028. This revelation came not from city officials, legal counsel, or a quick Google search, but during a Thursday interview with TMZ, proving once again that tabloids remain America’s most effective civics educators.

Upon learning that time itself was not yet aligned with her ambitions, Abraham’s team reportedly sprang into action and refiled her paperwork to run for Austin City Council District 5 instead. Democracy, after all, is about flexibility.

From Reality TV to Reality (Sort Of)

Abraham, who rose to fame in 2009 on 16 & Pregnant and Teen Mom, has since rebranded herself multiple times. Her current résumé includes life coach, stand-up comedian, and OnlyFans model, which may or may not finally prepare someone for municipal government.

In an interview with KXAN, Abraham explained her motivation with the confidence of someone who has absolutely not sat through a city council meeting.

“I love this city and I want to get involved,” she said, adding that because she is “making it,” she believes she can help others who are struggling. She also floated the idea that, if possible, she would simply be both a district council member and mayor at the same time, suggesting a governing style best described as “Why Not Both?”

Policy Ideas, Meet Jurisdiction

Housing affordability is Abraham’s stated top issue, particularly for self-employed workers and creatives. She specifically cited outdated tax laws affecting home closings, which she hopes to fix by working with brokers and realtors.

There is just one complication. City council cannot change state or federal tax law. This detail did not appear to dampen her enthusiasm.

Undeterred, Abraham emphasized her desire to keep people from moving farther and farther out of Austin, noting that her own rent downtown has doubled, or possibly tripled, depending on the emotional temperature of the conversation.

Who Represents District 5? Great Question

When asked about the current District 5 council member’s performance, Abraham admitted she did not know who that was. For reference, the seat is currently held by Ryan Alter, a Harvard Law School graduate elected in 2023.

Abraham suggested that perhaps the incumbent’s name simply does not “come up” where she works.

The filing deadline for city council candidates is August 18. Between now and then, voters can expect more clarity, more interviews, and possibly another surprise discovery about how local government works.

Austin, buckle up. We’re going to have a “really good life.” Apparently.

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