Rep. Matt Gaetz Faces Primary Challenge from Aaron Dimmock in Florida

Aaron Dimmock, a former naval aviator, has entered the GOP primary for Florida's 1st Congressional District, challenging incumbent Rep. Matt Gaetz.

Aaron Dimmock, the only Republican challenger against Gaetz, filed just before the deadline for the August 20 primary.
Dimmock, who recently served as the director of the Missouri Leadership Academy, is aligned with former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
Gaetz has criticized Dimmock for his previous support of Black Lives Matter and diversity initiatives, branding him a 'puppet' of McCarthy.
The primary battle highlights internal GOP tensions, with Gaetz being a staunch Trump supporter.
Gaetz previously won his district by a large margin, but this challenge could signal shifting dynamics within the party.