Anna Paulina Luna hailed as 'MAGA babe' after she reveals Maxim cover feature of 'my journey to Congress'

Anna Paulina Luna previously courted controversy over a video that showed her dancing in a MAGA-themed swimsuit
Anna Paulina Luna announced her feature on the November-December cover of Maxim magazine (Getty Images)
Anna Paulina Luna announced her feature on the November-December cover of Maxim magazine (Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC: Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna revealed on Friday, November 1, her upcoming feature on the November-December cover of Maxim magazine.

Luna, 35 represents Florida's 13th congressional district as a Republican and is acknowledged as the first Mexican-American woman to be elected to Congress from Florida.



 

Anna Paulina Luna shares journey from adversity to Congress in Maxim cover feature

In a statement on X, previously known as Twitter, Luna expressed her enthusiasm for the cover feature and the chance to share her story.

In the featured interview, Luna shares her journey from a difficult childhood to her present position in Congress. She contemplates her military service and her first foray into politics, offering fresh perspectives on her early life, The Express Tribune revealed.

Luna revisited her previous association with Maxim, reflecting on her stint as a model for the magazine in 2014.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JULY 17: U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) walks on stage on the third day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Delegates, politicians, and the Republican faithful are in Milwaukee for the annual convention, concluding with former President Donald Trump accepting his party's presidential nomination. The RNC takes place from July 15-18. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Anna Luna shared her journey from adversity to Congress in Maxim cover story (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

“At the time, there was this idea that women in the military couldn’t be feminine. I wanted to help shatter the narrative and decided to join the Maxim model competition,” Luna clarified that her decision received backing from the Pentagon's public affairs office.

Anna Luna addresses resurfaced MAGA swimsuit video and online criticism

Luna, a Florida Representative, was involved in a controversy over a years-old video that resurfaced, showing her dancing in a MAGA-themed swimsuit.

The video, from 2016, was highlighted as she began her term in the House of Representatives.

Luna addressed the attention by affirming her biological gender and citing her previous work in swimwear design, as well as her features in Sports Illustrated and Maxim.

She also responded to online criticism from August, which arose after a swimsuit video went viral, leading to support from other conservative women who shared their swimsuit photos.

Anna Paulina Luna appears on a panel discussion during a taping of
Anna Paulina Luna revisited her previous association with Maxim (Brett Carlsen./Getty Images)

As a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, Luna continues to align with him in his campaign against Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 election. Maxim magazine has also recently declared its endorsement for Trump in the forthcoming election, publicizing its stance in a post on X.

Fans rally behind Luna after Maxim cover announcement

As soon as Luna shared the news of Maxim cover on platform X, users started praising her. A user said, "Congratulations! MAGA babes are much cooler than Kamala cat ladies."



 

Another thanked her for her service, "Congratulations. Well deserved. Thank you for your service and unwavering patriotism Rep. Luna!"



 

The third commentator remarked, "Best cover they've ever had! Thank you for being such an amazing role model for children and women everywhere. You truly give us hope!"



 

"Wow, what an honor. I look forward to reading your story," said a fan.



 

A person claimed, "I have a feeling that they are going to have a huge boost in sales and subscriptions for your month."



 

Other chimed in, "Too Cool!!! Congrats!!!"



 

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