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Line 1: − + + + − '''Randall A. “Randy” Fine''' (born April 20, 1974) is an American politician and businessman who serves as the U.S. Representative for Florida’s 6th Congressional District. A member of the Republican Party, he assumed office following a special election in April 2025. He previously served in the Florida House of Representatives (2016‑2024) and briefly in the Florida Senate. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}+ + + − + − + − + − − − In 2024, he won election to the Florida Senate, representing District 19 (mainly Brevard County). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}+ + − === U.S. House of Representatives === + − - In April 2025, Fine won the special election to represent Florida’s 6th District. He was endorsed by former President Donald Trump and other leading Republicans. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} − - His platform emphasizes conservative priorities: securing the border, cutting regulation, defending Second Amendment rights, protecting life, advancing a strong pro‑Israel foreign policy, and promoting “America First” economic and social policies. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} − + + + + − == Personal ==+ − Fine is a third‑generation Floridian, married with two children. He is Jewish and strongly supportive of U.S.‑Israel ties. Educated in public schools then Harvard, he often highlights his academic achievements (including magna cum laude undergraduate and high distinction at business school) in his public profile. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} − + − + − + + + + − * [[United States House of Representatives elections in Florida, 2025]] + − +
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Randall “Randy” Adam Fine — U.S. Representative for Florida’s 6th Congressional District.
'''Randall A. "Randy" Fine''' (born April 20, 1974) is an American businessman and Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for [[Florida's 6th congressional district]]. He won a special election in April 2025 after previously serving in the [[Florida House of Representatives]] (2016–2024) and a brief term in the [[Florida Senate]] (2024–2025). Fine is known for his strong alignment with conservative values and policies.
== Early life and business career ==
Fine was born in [[Tucson, Arizona]]. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from [[Harvard University]] in 1996 and an MBA from [[Harvard Business School]] in 1998.<ref name="JewishLibrary">{{cite web |title=Randy Fine |url=https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/randy-fine |website=Jewish Virtual Library |access-date=September 14, 2025}}</ref>
Before entering politics, Fine worked as a corporate executive in the casino and gaming industry. He founded The Fine Point Group, a management consultancy specializing in gaming operations.<ref name="JewishLibrary" />
== Political career ==
== Early life and business career ==
=== Florida Legislature ===
Fine was born in [[Tucson]], Arizona, raised in [[Kentucky]], and attended [[Harvard University]] for undergraduate studies and Harvard Business School for his [[MBA]]. Before entering politics he worked in the private sector — including executive roles in the casino/gambling industry — and ran his own companies. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Fine was elected to the [[Florida House of Representatives]] in 2016, representing District 53 and later District 33 after redistricting. He gained a reputation as a leading conservative voice, supporting pro-life legislation, school choice expansion, tax cuts, and parental rights in education. Fine also advocated for strong environmental accountability, including efforts to reduce sewage discharges in coastal communities.
== Political career ==
In 2024, he was elected to the [[Florida Senate]], representing District 19, which includes parts of [[Brevard County, Florida|Brevard County]].<ref name="Ballotpedia">{{cite web |title=Randy Fine |url=https://ballotpedia.org/Randy_Fine |website=Ballotpedia |access-date=September 14, 2025}}</ref> He resigned from the Senate in March 2025 to run for the U.S. House of Representatives.<ref name="FLPoliticsResign">{{cite web |last=Wilson |first=Kirby |title=Randy Fine officially resigns from Florida Senate |url=https://floridapolitics.com/archives/709749-randy-fine-officially-resigns-from-florida-senate/ |website=Florida Politics |date=March 11, 2025 |access-date=September 14, 2025}}</ref>
=== Florida Legislature ===
Fine was first elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2016. During his terms, he focused on conservative priorities: expanding school choice, lowering taxes, supporting individuals with disabilities, advocating strong environmental infrastructure (including efforts to curb sewage spills), and promoting conservative social values. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
=== U.S. House of Representatives ===
Fine won the April 1, 2025, special election to fill Florida’s 6th Congressional District seat, vacated by [[Michael Waltz]].<ref name="ClickOrlando">{{cite web |title=Randy Fine wins special election in Florida’s 6th Congressional District |url=https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2025/04/01/randy-fine-wins-special-election-in-floridas-6th-congressional-district/ |website=Click Orlando |date=April 1, 2025 |access-date=September 14, 2025}}</ref> He was endorsed by former President [[Donald Trump]].<ref name="FLPoliticsTrump">{{cite web |last=Sarkissian |first=Arek |title=Randy Fine gets Trump endorsement in House run |url=https://floridapolitics.com/archives/706545-randy-fine-gets-trump-endorsement-in-house-run/ |website=Florida Politics |date=February 28, 2025 |access-date=September 14, 2025}}</ref>
Fine’s platform includes securing the southern border, reducing government regulation, defending the Second Amendment, opposing abortion, advancing an “America First” foreign policy, and strengthening U.S.-Israel relations.<ref name="FLPoliticsTrump" />{{citation needed}}
== Political style and public image ==
== Political style and public image ==
Fine is known as a “firebrand” [[conservative]] with a combative political style. He has been praised by supporters for speaking bluntly and standing firm on conservative values, especially in cultural and foreign‑policy arenas. He also draws criticism from opponents for some of his rhetoric and confrontational approach. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Fine has been described as a “firebrand” conservative with a confrontational political style.<ref name="Politico">{{cite web |last=Caputo |first=Marc |title=This is Fine: Florida sends a bare-knuckle brawler to Congress |url=https://www.politico.com/news/2025/04/07/randy-fine-florida-congress-00276568 |website=Politico |date=April 7, 2025 |access-date=September 14, 2025}}</ref> He is known for aggressively promoting conservative causes, particularly on social and cultural issues. Supporters describe him as principled and unapologetic, while critics have labeled some of his rhetoric as divisive.
== Personal life ==
Fine is Jewish and a strong advocate for pro-Israel policy.<ref name="JewishLibrary" /> He is married with two children and lives in Brevard County, Florida.<ref name="Wikipedia" /> He moved to the area in 2006 and often references his academic background and business success in public appearances.<ref name="JewishLibrary" />
On September 10, 2025, shortly after [[Charlie Kirk]] was assassinated, the first commenter on his X feed was "you're next!"<ref>Randy Fine, appearing on ''OANN'', 'Fine Point' w/ Chanel Rion, Sep 10, 2025</ref>
== Electoral history ==
== Electoral history ==
* 2016‑2022: Elected and re‑elected to Florida House of Representatives (District 53, then following redistricting District 33). :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
* 2016: Elected to Florida House, District 53
* 2024: Elected to Florida Senate, District 19. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
* 2018: Re-elected
* April 2025: Won special election for U.S. House, Florida’s 6th. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
* 2020: Re-elected
* 2022: Re-elected in District 33
* 2024: Elected to Florida Senate, District 19
* 2025: Elected to U.S. House of Representatives, Florida’s 6th District (special election)<ref name="SpecialElection" />
== See also ==
== See also ==
* [[Florida Senate]]
* [[Florida Senate]]
* [[Florida House of Representatives]]
* [[Florida House of Representatives]]
* [[United States House of Representatives elections in Florida, 2025]]
== References ==
== References ==
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