‘Hebrew Hammer’ defeats social media influencer after bitter campaign marred by antisemitic posts

Rep.

Randy Fine, R-Fla., has won the Republican primary in Florida’s 6th Congressional District, defeating a crowded field after a campaign marked by fierce personal attacks against him.

Fine cruised to victory in a district rated solidly Republican by Cook Political Report, beating businessman Manuel P.

Asensio, challenger Aaron Baker, retired U.S.

Army Reserve Brig.

Gen.

Charles Gambaro and social media influencer Dan Bilzerian, who unleashed a barrage of antisemitic attacks against Fine during the campaign.

Fine entered the contest with major advantages, including a substantial fundraising edge and the backing of President Donald Trump .

Trump endorsed Fine in October 2025, calling him a "MAGA Warrior." TRUMP FLEXES GOP MUSCLE IN ARIZONA PRIMARIES AS DEMS DODGE FAR-LEFT UPSET Fine, first elected to Congress in a 2025 special election after Mike Waltz resigned, has quickly established himself as one of the House GOP's most outspoken advocates for Israel and efforts to combat antisemitism and protect Jewish communities.

Before joining Congress, Fine — then Florida's only Jewish Republican legislator — earned the nickname the "Hebrew Hammer" from colleagues for that work, a moniker he has since embraced.

Bilzerian is a social media influencer and businessman who built his online persona around being a playboy, posting videos and photos of himself surrounded by women.

He is the founder of Ignite International Brands, which sells products that include disposable vapes, vodka and tequila.

Bilzerian flaunts his sexually promiscuous lifestyle and has publicly described "manosphere" social media influencer Andrew Tate as a friend.

Tate was arrested in Miami in July and awaits extradition to the United Kingdom, where he and his brother Tristan are charged with rape and sex trafficking.