Aaron Baker Urges Dan Bilzerian to Switch Districts, But 'King of Instagram' Eyes Fine's Seat

Baker filed to challenge Fine before Bilzerian entered the race, now wants influencer to try a different contest.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:05am

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Aaron Baker, who filed to challenge U.S. Rep. Randy Fine in a GOP Primary, is now encouraging prominent social media influencer Dan Bilzerian to run for a different open seat instead of Fine's. Bilzerian, a Tampa native, has his sights set on Fine's district, but Baker believes the 'King of Instagram' would be better suited for a different contest.

Why it matters

This race has become more crowded and competitive with the entry of Bilzerian, a high-profile social media personality with a large following. Baker's request for Bilzerian to switch districts highlights the political maneuvering and jockeying for position ahead of the primary.

The details

Baker filed to challenge Fine before Bilzerian entered the race. Now, Baker is encouraging Bilzerian, who is from Tampa, to run for a different open seat instead of Fine's district. Bilzerian, known as the 'King of Instagram', has his sights set on Fine's seat despite Baker's request.

  • Baker filed to challenge Fine in the GOP Primary before Bilzerian entered the race.
  • Bilzerian has now entered the race and is targeting Fine's district.

The players

Aaron Baker

A candidate who filed to challenge U.S. Rep. Randy Fine in the GOP Primary before Dan Bilzerian entered the race.

Dan Bilzerian

A prominent social media influencer known as the 'King of Instagram' who has entered the race and is targeting U.S. Rep. Randy Fine's district.

Randy Fine

The U.S. Representative whose seat is being targeted by both Aaron Baker and Dan Bilzerian.

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What they’re saying

“Aaron Baker filed to challenge U.S. Rep. Randy Fine in a GOP Primary before Dan Bilzerian entered the race. Now, Baker would like to see the prominent social media influencer try a different contest.”

— Aaron Baker, Candidate

The takeaway

This race has become increasingly crowded and competitive, with high-profile candidates like Baker and Bilzerian vying for the same seat. The maneuvering and positioning ahead of the primary highlights the political dynamics at play.