US elections: Progressive Democrat scores shock win in Florida
US elections: Progressive Democrat scores shock win in Florida Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 08/19/2026 - 21:22 Voters delivered a mixed bag for US President Donald Trump's allies in Republican primaries Democratic US Senate candidate, Florida state Representative Angie Nixon, participates in a worship service during a visit to the Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, on 17 August 2026, in…
In the United States' primary elections across three states - Alaska, Florida, and Wyoming - a progressive Democrat emerged victorious in Florida, shattering expectations. Democratic Socialist and former union organiser Angie Nixon defeated Alexander Vindman, a retired army lieutenant colonel and former national security council aide, in the Democratic primary race for governor.
Despite Vindman raising over $16 million, Nixon's campaign focused on an anti-war stance, Medicare for All, and affordable housing, securing $1 million or less. On the Republican side, Congressman Bryon Donalds triumphed over a field of candidates, endorsed by US President Donald Trump. However, he faced criticism from James Fishback, an Aipac-endorsed challenger, for his ties to Aipac.
Donalds is expected to win the November general election, succeeding Governor Ron DeSantis. In Alaska and Wyoming, Aipac candidates were unchallenged, solidifying the hold of establishment parties.
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