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Sen. Ashley Moody is set to win the Florida Senate seat, according to CBS News projections, maintaining Republican control. The 51-year-old lawmaker was appointed last year to fill the vacancy left by former Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Prior to her appointment, Moody served as Florida's attorney general after a career as a commercial litigator and federal prosecutor.
Running against her was Democrat Angie Nixon, who had represented parts of Jacksonville in the state legislature since 2020. Nixon's primary victory against a more moderate opponent marked a shift in the election landscape, as progressive-left candidates continued to achieve wins across the country. This trend came as Democrats grappled with differing visions for the party's direction during the 2024 midterm elections.
While Democrats attempted to gain ground in the traditionally moderate Florida, Nixon's opponents capitalized on her socialist label, potentially alienating some immigrants who had fled socialist governments. Nixon defended herself against the criticism, stating, "It's not about labels," while emphasizing her dedication to healthcare and housing affordability issues.
With the projected win in the special election, Moody will serve the remaining term of the late Senator Rubio, which ends early in 2029.
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