Social media personality Dan Bilzerian has declared his intention to run for Congress in Florida, targeting incumbent Republican Representative Randy Fine in an upcoming primary election. The announcement, made via a post on the social media platform X on Thursday, immediately drew significant attention for its confrontational tone and personal rhetoric.
Bilzerian, known for his high-profile lifestyle and America First political commentary, used a disparaging physical insult to describe Fine in the post. The message stated his intent to challenge the sitting congressman directly, marking a formal entry into the political arena for the controversial influencer.
A viral video circulating on social media, shared by prominent account Dom Lucre, amplified the announcement. The 14-second clip features a split-screen image of Bilzerian and Fine, overlaying the text of Bilzerians original post. The video has already amassed hundreds of thousands of views within hours of being published.
Representative Randy Fine, who represents Floridas 6th Congressional District, is a staunch supporter of Israel and a vocal figure within the states Republican Party. He has frequently engaged in high-stakes social media exchanges with critics over U.S. foreign policy and military aid.
Bilzerians platform appears centered on an anti-foreign-aid stance, which stands in direct opposition to Fines legislative record. In recent months, Bilzerian has become increasingly vocal regarding his criticisms of U.S. financial involvement in overseas conflicts, aligning himself with the more isolationist wing of the party.
Public reaction to the announcement has been sharply divided. Supporters of Bilzerian praised his blunt approach and commitment to America First principles, while critics dismissed the move as a publicity stunt or cited his lack of political experience.
Political analysts note that Bilzerian faces significant hurdles, including residency requirements and the formal filing process. It remains unclear if he has submitted the necessary paperwork to the Florida Division of Elections to finalize his candidacy.
The challenge highlights growing tensions within the Republican primary landscape, where celebrity status and digital influence frequently clash with established legislative records. Neither Fines office nor Bilzerians representatives have issued further formal statements as of Thursday afternoon.