Rep. Matt Gaetz Faces Primary Challenge from Aaron Dimmock

Aaron Dimmock, a former Navy aviator and McCarthy affiliate, has entered the race for Florida's 1st Congressional District, escalating tensions within the GOP.

Aaron Dimmock, a former U.S. Navy pilot and business consultant, is challenging Rep. Matt Gaetz in the upcoming GOP primary for Florida's 1st Congressional District.
Dimmock's campaign treasurer has ties to American Patriots PAC, a group aligned with former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, intensifying the rivalry between Gaetz and McCarthy factions.
Gaetz, known for his role in ousting McCarthy from the speakership, faces criticism from GOP colleagues and is currently under an ethics investigation.
Dimmock, who has recently lived in Missouri and teaches leadership skills, has not yet established a significant campaign presence or financial backing.
The primary winner in this heavily Republican district is likely to succeed in the general election, making the GOP primary a critical contest.