Angie Nixon Wins Florida Senate Primary, Faces Incumbent Ashley Moody
In Florida's U.S. Senate primary, Florida Rep. Angie Nixon, despite facing a significant fundraising disadvantage, secured a double-digit victory. She will now face incumbent Republican Ashley Moody in the general election.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, August 19, 2026 —
Florida Rep. Angie Nixon has won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, securing a double-digit victory over her opponents. Despite a notable fundraising disadvantage, Nixon’s win positions her to challenge incumbent Republican Ashley Moody in the upcoming general election.
The details of Nixon’s fundraising figures compared to her primary opponents were not provided in the summary. Similarly, the specific margin of her double-digit victory and the names of other primary candidates were not detailed.
With the primary now concluded, the focus shifts to the general election contest. Nixon, a member of the Florida House of Representatives, will be the Democratic nominee aiming to unseat Moody, who is seeking re-election as Florida’s top law enforcement official.
The election is expected to draw significant attention as both parties vie for control of the Senate seat. Further details regarding the campaign platforms and strategies of both Nixon and Moody are anticipated as the general election approaches.
Story summarized from the original created by Jay Waagmeester and Florida Phoenix on www.cltampa.com, see more information here.
