Rep. Randy Fine explains his ‘We don’t want Armenians to serve in Congress’ remark
Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) faced backlash for comments suggesting Armenians and other dual citizens should not serve in Congress, made during criticism of his primary opponent Dan Bilzerian, who is of Armenian descent. Fine claimed his remarks targeted individuals who are citizens of foreign countries, asserting that dual citizenship poses a threat to U.S. governance. The Armenian National Committee of America condemned Fine's statements as racist and discriminatory, linking them to broader geopolitical tensions involving Azerbaijan.
- ▪Rep. Randy Fine stated that Armenians, Somalis, Guatemalans, and Israelis should not serve in Congress if they are citizens of a foreign country.
- ▪Fine made the comments while criticizing his Republican primary opponent Dan Bilzerian, who is of Armenian descent and a social media influencer.
- ▪Fine claimed Bilzerian lives in Armenia and Las Vegas and accused him of being antisemitic.
- ▪The Armenian National Committee of America denounced Fine's remarks as racist and noted his support for sending U.S. aid to Azerbaijan.
- ▪Fine introduced a bill aimed at preventing dual citizens from serving in Congress.
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Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) explained comments he made on a talk show last week that were deemed controversial, in which he said, “We don’t want Armenians to be able to serve in Congress.” Fine made the remarks while discussing his Republican congressional primary opponent, social media influencer Dan Bilzerian, who is of Armenian descent. The Florida congressman said he was referring to those who are “citizens of a foreign country,” which he claimed Bilzerian is. “Armenians should not serve in Congress,” Fine posted on X on Sunday afternoon. “Neither should Somalis. Or Guatemalans.
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