Florida Congressman Randy Fine is standing his ground and preparing to make a statement at President Trump's upcoming State of the Union address after facing a firestorm of criticism for his weekend social media post declaring that choosing "between dogs and Muslims is not a difficult one."
Rather than issue the typical Washington apology tour, Fine is reportedly planning to invite a furry costume-wearing guest to the State of the Union as his official attendee – a move that's already sending establishment Republicans and Democrats into full meltdown mode.
The controversy erupted Saturday when Fine posted on social media: "If they force us to choose, the choice between dogs and Muslims is not a difficult one." The comment came amid ongoing debates about cultural conflicts in various American communities.
Establishment Panic Mode
Predictably, the usual suspects in the mainstream media and swamp creatures in both parties are demanding Fine apologize and retreat. But this isn't your typical Republican who caves to pressure from CNN and The New York Times.
"The American people are tired of politicians who say one thing to get elected and then become spineless once they get to Washington," a source close to Fine's office told conservative media.
Fine's planned State of the Union stunt appears designed to highlight what many conservatives see as the absurd priorities of the political class. While everyday Americans worry about inflation, border security, and keeping their communities safe, Washington gets worked up over social media posts.
Trump's America First Agenda
The timing couldn't be more perfect for Fine's trolling operation. President Trump's second-term State of the Union is expected to focus on his successful America First agenda – mass deportations, energy dominance, and putting American citizens first.
Fine's refusal to bow to the outrage mob fits perfectly with the new Republican Party that Trump has built. Gone are the days of Mitt Romney-style Republicans who apologize for existing.
Will Fine's furry guest steal the show from Trump's triumphant address? One thing's certain – the establishment media will be watching with horror as their narrative control continues crumbling.