Dr. Jeff Gunter, a wealthy dermatologist and former U.S. ambassador to Iceland, is running for the U.S. Senate in Nevada as the 'America First' candidate. He was involved in sketchy late-night infomercials selling anti-wrinkle skin serum that led to a man getting infected with a terrible disease. Gunter is facing decorated combat veteran Captain Sam Brown in the Republican primary, with Gunter self-funding his campaign despite trailing significantly in the polls.
Key Points
Gunter self-funded his campaign for the U.S. Senate despite trailing significantly in the polls.
The emergence of Gunter's infomercial appearances raise questions about his credibility as a candidate.
Gunter's opponent, Captain Sam Brown, is a decorated combat veteran with significant support in Nevada.
Pros
Dr. Gunter ran a clinical trial and was a spokesperson for a colleague's product that was effective and well-liked by patients.
Gunter recommends sun protection and advises against exposure to radioactive nuclear waste sites like Yucca Mountain.
Cons
Gunter's involvement in selling anti-wrinkle serum through late-night infomercials led to at least one person contracting a terrible disease.
Many reviews online labeled the product as a 'scam' or 'ripoff.'