Chitwood Drops Fine Endorsement Over Anti-Muslim Talk
February 19, 2026·5 days ago·via Florida Politics
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood pulls his endorsement of Florida State Rep. Randy Fine, citing Fine's anti-Muslim rhetoric as crossing the line. This move highlights tensions within GOP ranks over tough talk on radical Islam, where standing firm against threats shouldn't mean alienating law enforcement allies. Chitwood, a no-nonsense sheriff focused on public safety, likely sees Fine's words as a distraction from real crime-fighting priorities.
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