Not the Example Florida Needs in Washington
The Republican Party must remain a political movement grounded in character, national strength, stability, and responsible governance. Florida’s 6th U.S. Congressional District has been a shining example of those standards. From 2013 to 2018, it was represented by now-Governor Ron DeSantis. From 2019 to 2025, Mike Waltz continued the 6th District’s legacy until he was selected to serve as National Security Advisor.
Located on Florida’s northeast coast, the 6th is a traditionally conservative district composed largely of homeowners, retirees, veterans, law enforcement families, and working Americans seeking stability, economic growth, and safety.
Overwhelming Republican victories serve as evidence that moderate Democrats are willing to cross party lines to ensure the best candidates are elected. Selecting the best candidates starts with the primary elections.
This August, the Republican primary will include Randy Fine, who was selected in a special election to replace Mike Waltz, along with six other candidates. Among them is Dan Bilzerian, the son of the convicted felon Paul Bilzerian.
Paul was convicted in 1989 of securities and tax fraud, as well as conspiracy. He was indicted in 2024 by the Department of Justice for “…his alleged years-long avoidance of a judgment—now exceeding $180 million—to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) while running a cannabis and lifestyle brand company purportedly helmed by his social media influencer son—a company whose investors he allegedly........
