Rep. Randy Fine, R-Fla., has accused former first lady Jill Biden and former President Joe Biden of prioritizing themselves over the country in light of her recent book tour remarks.
In a television interview, Fine condemned Jill Biden’s media appearances during which she defended former President Joe Biden’s mental and physical condition while in office. “The Bidens made it clear all along they didn’t care about America. They cared about themselves,” Fine said. “They’re just trying to cash in on the book.”
Jill Biden has continued to defend her husband’s fitness for office and justify his decision to pardon their son Hunter Biden before leaving office, according to Fine. Her remarks have reignited debate over questions surrounding former President Joe Biden’s health and the administration’s handling of those concerns.
Fine stated that claims Joe Biden was fully capable during his presidency are contradicted by what Americans witnessed firsthand. “It’s an obvious lie,” he told reporters. “Anyone who watched TV could see what bad shape Joe Biden was in.”
The Florida Republican argued that Joe Biden’s disastrous 2024 debate performance merely confirmed concerns voters had already developed after years of public appearances that raised questions about his cognitive abilities. “The only difference in the debate is it was two hours long, and it was on all of the television stations,” Fine said. “People who were watching weren’t surprised.”
Fine warned that Jill Biden’s continued defense of her husband risks reopening a politically damaging chapter for Democrats: “I think it’s terrible for the Democrats. It reopens those old wounds, and it reminds people that what they propagated on the American people is one of the biggest political scandals in the history of this country.”
Additionally, Fine criticized anti-ICE demonstrations in New Jersey, arguing many are orchestrated rather than grassroots efforts. He also voiced support for Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ push to expand Florida’s homestead tax exemption and reiterated his goal of eliminating property taxes altogether.
