Nixon advances to face Moody in U.S. Senate race with decisive win over Vindman

By: Jay Waagmeester

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: August 19, 2026

Words: 1,131

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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Angie Nixon will run against incumbent Republican Ashley Moody for the U.S. Senate, Florida Democrats decided Tuesday by double-digit margin.

Nixon’s victory concluded a primary that had some wondering whether progressive Democrats’ wins around the nation would carry into Florida.

Nixon, carrying endorsements of several of Florida’s progressive Democratic legislators, enjoyed a significantly smaller campaign account compared to challenger Alex Vindman.

With 88% of votes in, the Associated Press reported Nixon had captured 55.7% of …

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