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Democratic socialist defeats Vindman to take on Moody for Florida Senate

The Hill · August 18, 2026 at 8:03 PM

Democratic socialist defeats Vindman to take on Moody for Florida Senate

Florida state Rep.

Angie Nixon (D), a democratic socialist, is poised to deliver an unexpected upset and defeat President Trump whistleblower Alex Vindman in the Democratic contest for Florida Senate, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ).

Vindman, who became a star witness during Trump’s first impeachment trial, and Nixon were the only two Democrats running...

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