Sophie Rain slams OnlyFans “Sin Tax” that would cost her $42 million

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James Fishback’s plan to tax OnlyFans creators, dubbed a “Sin Tax,” has sparked criticism, including a public statement from Sophie Rain.

James Fishback, who is running for governor in Florida, is facing criticism for suggesting a tax on people who earn money through OnlyFans. He specifically mentioned Sophie Rain, telling her to either pay the tax or stop creating content.

According to Fishback, the money collected will support public school programs. However, content creator Sophie Rain immediately responded with criticism, expressing surprise that Fishback would try to gain attention by publicly disagreeing with her.

What is the Sin Tax proposal, and how is it related to OnlyFans?

Okay, so this Florida governor candidate, James Fishback, is talking about a new tax – he’s calling it a ‘Sin Tax.’ Basically, if he gets elected, he wants to tax people who make money on OnlyFans. He’s proposing a whopping 50% tax on their earnings! He even brought up Sophie Rain by name, saying she alone would be paying over $42 million in taxes if this went through. It’s pretty wild, honestly, feels like he’s specifically targeting content creators.

In a Newsweek interview, Fishback explained the tax aims to prevent women from being exploited online by men who are ill, describing it as a way to discourage the practice of women being paid for sexual interactions with them.

The funding will go towards raising salaries for public school teachers and providing better school lunches. He also intends to support crisis pregnancy centers – religious groups that aim to discourage abortions – and create a new, dedicated mental health advocate specifically for men.

Who is James Fishback?

James Fishback, a Florida native, is running for governor as a Republican in the 2026 election. He recently became known for a video he shared on X, where he unveiled his plan for a “Sin Tax.”

The video features a direct mention of Sophie Rain, a popular OnlyFans creator. Fishback stated that, as a Florida resident, she would be subject to a $42 million tax. He explained that this revenue would be used to raise teacher salaries and enhance school lunch programs.

Sophie Rain is popular not just on OnlyFans, but also on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok, where she has over 27 million followers combined. She recently went viral on X with the “hey Grok” AI trend, gaining more than 50 million views in under a day.

The candidate has been publicly discussing OnlyFans, while also stating his intention to uphold Ron DeSantis’s policies and bring back what he considers traditional values. He believes the platform exploits women and wants to stop talented women from feeling pressured to work in the adult entertainment industry online, saying he wants all Florida women to thrive.

Sophie Rain reacts to the “Sin Tax” proposal

The issue quickly gained traction on social media. Sophie Rain also weighed in, criticizing the candidate in a video response. She argued that he was unfairly targeting people who rely on their work for income while ignoring large, corrupt businesses that avoid paying taxes.

The model pointed out that she currently pays 37% of her earnings in taxes, and stated she wouldn’t mind paying even more if large corporations also paid their fair share.

Sophie explained that many people turn to platforms like OnlyFans due to financial hardship. She noted, “These are often people simply trying to provide for their families, and it’s a difficult situation.” She prefers to donate directly to those in need, expressing concern about how tax money is used.

Floridians will vote for a new governor on August 18, 2026. Current Governor Ron DeSantis is finishing his second term and cannot run again. James Fishback is seeking the Republican nomination, and while several candidates are running, Democrats haven’t won the governor’s office in Florida since 1994.

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2026-01-14 22:12