Fishback stands out among FL GOP candidates for governor in dissenting against U.S. war in Iran

By: Mitch Perry

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: March 18, 2026

Words: 1,097

Last Updated: 2 days, 17 hours ago

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When it comes to the U.S. war in Iran, most of the major Republican candidates for governor in Florida have been in lockstep supporting Donald Trump as the conflict continues into its third week.

Then there’s James Fishback.

The 31-year-old investment CEO said Wednesday that two things could be true — that Iran is a dangerous country, but also that it posed no imminent threat to the United States.

Speaking during …

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