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Rep. Randy Fine Faces Backlash for Anti-Muslim Remarks

1/2/2026

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Freshman U.S. Representative Randy Fine has drawn widespread condemnation for inflammatory remarks about Muslims, including calls for a travel ban and deportations.
The comments came during a House Committee hearing and on social media, drawing backlash even from within the Jewish community.
Despite criticism, Fine retains support from pro-Israel groups such as AIPAC and the Republican Jewish Coalition.

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Story summary

Freshman U.S. Representative Randy Fine has drawn widespread condemnation for inflammatory remarks about Muslims, including calls for a travel ban and deportations.
The comments came during a House Committee hearing and on social media, drawing backlash even from within the Jewish community.
Despite criticism, Fine retains support from pro-Israel groups such as AIPAC and the Republican Jewish Coalition.