Democratic Socialist Angie Nixon Wins Florida Senate Primary in Upset

Published Aug 19, 04:18 AM UTC

Florida State Representative and democratic socialist Angie Nixon won the Democratic Party's Senate primary on August 18, 2026, defeating well-funded rival Alex Vindman with 56% of the vote. Vindman, who gained fame for testifying against President Donald Trump during his first impeachment trial, raised over $16 million but was outspent by Nixon's grassroots campaign. Nixon framed her victory as a win for everyday people against corporations and billionaires. She will face incumbent Senator Ashley Moody, a Republican appointed after Marco Rubio became Secretary of State, in the November midterm election. Despite Nixon's primary upset, political analysts and betting markets heavily favor Moody in the general election, with Florida rated as safely or likely Republican.