Florida Primary Election Results
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Byron Donalds, a congressman backed by Donald Trump, won the Republican nomination for governor on Tuesday in the race to succeed Ron DeSantis.
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Scandal-plagued incumbent Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla., who represents the state's 7th Congressional District, lost his race to challenger and former TV anchor Ryan Elijah.
Race became a major issue in the contest, with Wasserman Schultz's detractors criticizing her decision to run in a district described as "historically Black."
Elsewhere in the state, Rep. Jared Moskowitz crushed a surging socialist challenger in Florida's 25th Congressional District, defeating Oliver Larkin by a 64%-36% margin.
Moody, picked by DeSantis to replace Marco Rubio when he became secretary of state last year, won what was almost a token primary election to run in November to serve the remaining two years of Rubio’s term.
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A primary election in Florida has resulted in a new candidate for the upcoming Senate seat, with Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist, winning the Democratic nomination. The Alaskan and Floridian Senate races are now set ahead of the midterm elections. The outcome of these two seats could potentially determine which party controls the chamber. Angie Nixon's surprise win in Florida was reportedly an upset.
Senate races set in Alaska and Florida as midterms approach, could determine chamber control →6 articles from CBS News on this storyRobert Reich writes in this opinion piece that the Democratic party is witnessing the decline of corporate Democrats, who are losing favor with voters due to their association with the greedy and corrupt corporate elite. Key numbers mentioned include the fact that progressive Democrats such as Angie Nixon scored an upset win in the US Senate primary in Florida. Reich argues that the rise of progressive Democrats is…
We are finally witnessing the decline of corporate Democrats | Robert Reich →5 articles from The Guardian on this storyIn Florida's primary elections, Democratic Socialist of America member Angie Nixon scored a significant upset in the state's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, defeating heavily favored opponent Alexander Vindman by almost 12 points despite being outspent nine-to-one. Nixon will face Republican Senator Ashley Moody in the general election. Trump-endorsed candidates had mixed results, with some winning their races…
Socialists capture major Florida victory on hit-or-miss night for Trump-endorsed primary candidates →2 articles from Fox News on this storyRepublican Rep. Cory Mills has lost his Florida primary to Ryan Elijah, despite running with President Donald Trump's endorsement. With more than 80% of the expected vote counted, Elijah had 46% of the GOP primary vote to 34% for Mills. Mills was defeated amid multiple investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations, as well as a Justice Department investigation into his…
GOP Rep. Cory Mills loses his Florida primary amid investigations →2 articles from NBC News on this storyPresident Donald Trump's endorsement of embattled Republican Rep. Cory Mills was not enough to save him from losing his reelection bid in Florida on Tuesday, suggesting that even with Trump's support, candidates carrying too much baggage may still face limits. Mills lost to challenger Ryan Elijah despite retaining Trump's endorsement, and is currently under investigation by the Department of Justice. In another…
Takeaways from Tuesday primaries: Trump endorsement only goes so far →The article reports on the results of Florida's primary elections held on Tuesday, highlighting key takeaways from the contests under the state's newly redrawn congressional map. Progressive candidate Angie Nixon defeated former national security official Alexander Vindman in their Senate primary race, a major upset for the Democratic Party. The result continues a pattern seen in other Democratic primaries this year…
Who won and lost in Florida primaries: Key takeaways →Show 1 more outlets
The author, Eoin Higgins, argues that the loss of Alexander Vindman in the Florida Democratic senatorial primary marks the end of the liberal mass delusion known as Russiagate. This conspiracy theory, which suggested that Russian interference was responsible for Trump's election, was used by neocons and some Democrats to explain away their losses and maintain influence within the party. According to Higgins, this…
RIP to the Russiagate Liberals →Analysis
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Scandal-ridden Cory Mills ousted in GOP primary in Florida's 7th District
How it changed
- 18 Aug
Wasserman Schultz was sharply criticized by Black community leaders and the other four candidates, who are all African American, for running in this district.
- 19 Aug
Trump-endorsed Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., won the Sunshine State's Republican gubernatorial primary against a field that included Lt. Gov. Jay Collins and outsider James Fishback.
- 20 Aug
Senate races are now set in Alaska and Florida as midterm elections approach.
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24 Aug RIP to the Russiagate LiberalsThe author, Eoin Higgins, argues that the loss of Alexander Vindman in the Florida Democratic senatorial primary marks the end of the liberal mass delusion known as Russiagate. This conspiracy theory, which suggested that Russian interference was responsible for Trump's election, was used by neocons and some Democrats to explain away their losses and maintain influence within the party. According to Higgins, this…The Intercept
20 Aug Senate races set in Alaska and Florida as midterms approach, could determine chamber controlA primary election in Florida has resulted in a new candidate for the upcoming Senate seat, with Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist, winning the Democratic nomination. The Alaskan and Floridian Senate races are now set ahead of the midterm elections. The outcome of these two seats could potentially determine which party controls the chamber. Angie Nixon's surprise win in Florida was reportedly an upset.CBS News
20 Aug We are finally witnessing the decline of corporate Democrats | Robert ReichRobert Reich writes in this opinion piece that the Democratic party is witnessing the decline of corporate Democrats, who are losing favor with voters due to their association with the greedy and corrupt corporate elite. Key numbers mentioned include the fact that progressive Democrats such as Angie Nixon scored an upset win in the US Senate primary in Florida. Reich argues that the rise of progressive Democrats is…The Guardian
19 Aug Who won and lost in Florida primaries: Key takeawaysThe article reports on the results of Florida's primary elections held on Tuesday, highlighting key takeaways from the contests under the state's newly redrawn congressional map. Progressive candidate Angie Nixon defeated former national security official Alexander Vindman in their Senate primary race, a major upset for the Democratic Party. The result continues a pattern seen in other Democratic primaries this year…Al Jazeera
19 Aug Scandal-ridden Cory Mills ousted in GOP primary in Florida's 7th DistrictRepublican Rep. Cory Mills was defeated in the GOP primary for Florida's 7th Congressional District by Ryan Elijah. The vote came amidst multiple scandals involving Mills, including allegations of threatening to release nude photos of a former girlfriend and physically assaulting another woman. The House Ethics Committee is investigating several matters related to Mills, including campaign finance laws, misuse of…CBS News
19 Aug Wasserman Schultz wins Democratic primary for Florida's District 20U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz has won the Democratic primary for Florida's newly redrawn Congressional District 20, defeating four opponents in a closely watched South Florida race. According to the AP projection, Wasserman Schultz will face the Republican nominee and independent candidate Kedner Maxime in the November general election. The district has been represented by Black lawmakers for the past 34 years…CBS News
19 Aug Oliver Gilbert wins Democratic primary for Florida's District 24Miami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert III has won the Democratic primary for Florida's 24th Congressional District, defeating State Sen. Shevrin Jones by about 2 percentage points according to AP projections. Gilbert will face Republican T.E. Brown in the November general election. The heavily Democratic district includes predominantly Black and Hispanic communities in northern Miami-Dade and southern…CBS News
19 Aug Trump-backed Byron Donalds to face Democrat David Jolly in race to succeed Florida governor DeSantisByron Donalds, a congressman backed by Donald Trump, won the Republican nomination for governor in Florida on Tuesday, defeating three other prominent Republicans, including Jay Collins, who was handpicked by outgoing Governor Ron DeSantis. Donalds is expected to win the November election and become the first Black governor of any southern US state. According to his campaign website, Donalds is "committed to…The Guardian
19 Aug Byron Donalds, David Jolly to face off in Florida governor's raceRep. Byron Donalds won the Republican primary for governor, while former Rep. David Jolly secured the Democratic nomination. According to The Associated Press, these results set up a general election match for control of Florida. Donalds was backed by President Trump and has branded himself as a "Make America Great Again" member of the House, with 15 rounds of voting required to replace Kevin McCarthy in 2023…CBS News
19 Aug Democratic socialist Angie Nixon clinches surprise primary win in Florida US Senate raceAngie Nixon, a state representative and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, won the Democratic primary in the Florida US Senate race. She defeated Alexander Vindman with significantly less funding, $975,000 compared to his $16.3 million. Nixon's campaign focused on opposing Governor DeSantis's policies, while Vindman's campaign focused on the general election against Republican Ashley Moody. National…The Guardian
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19 Aug Florida primaries: governor matchup set; Democratic socialist shocks establishment-backed nominee in Senate race – as it happenedIn Florida's primaries, Republican Byron Donalds has won the nomination for governor with 47% of the vote, becoming the first Black candidate from his party in the state. He was endorsed by Donald Trump and will face Democrat David Jolly in November. On the Senate side, Democratic socialist Angie Nixon shocked the establishment by defeating former army lieutenant colonel Alex Vindman, a well-known impeachment…The Guardian
19 Aug Socialists capture major Florida victory on hit-or-miss night for Trump-endorsed primary candidatesIn Florida's primary elections, Democratic Socialist of America member Angie Nixon scored a significant upset in the state's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, defeating heavily favored opponent Alexander Vindman by almost 12 points despite being outspent nine-to-one. Nixon will face Republican Senator Ashley Moody in the general election. Trump-endorsed candidates had mixed results, with some winning their races…Fox News
19 Aug GOP Rep. Cory Mills loses his Florida primary amid investigationsRepublican Rep. Cory Mills has lost his Florida primary to Ryan Elijah, despite running with President Donald Trump's endorsement. With more than 80% of the expected vote counted, Elijah had 46% of the GOP primary vote to 34% for Mills. Mills was defeated amid multiple investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations, as well as a Justice Department investigation into his…NBC News
19 Aug Takeaways from Tuesday primaries: Trump endorsement only goes so farPresident Donald Trump's endorsement of embattled Republican Rep. Cory Mills was not enough to save him from losing his reelection bid in Florida on Tuesday, suggesting that even with Trump's support, candidates carrying too much baggage may still face limits. Mills lost to challenger Ryan Elijah despite retaining Trump's endorsement, and is currently under investigation by the Department of Justice. In another…ABC News (US)
19 Aug Angie Nixon projected winner in Florida Democratic Senate primary
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18 Aug Socialist insurgency storms Trump’s backyard, with pro-Israel Democrats in crosshairsIn Florida's 25th congressional district, Democratic Socialist of America (DSA) member Oliver Larkin is challenging incumbent Rep. Jared Moskowitz in a key swing district. The primary has drawn national attention due to the differing views on Israel and the US Senate between Larkin, who supports abolishing the Senate and has referred to Israel's government as "religious supremacist," and Moskowitz, a strong…Fox News
18 Aug Top Democrats tussle in Florida primary but progressive liberalism not on menuFlorida's primary elections are expected to favor moderate Democratic candidates Alex Vindman and David Jolly in their bids for Senate and governor, respectively. According to analysts, progressive liberalism has not been a winning strategy in conservative Florida, unlike in states like Minnesota, Michigan, and New York. Polls show Vindman leading state representative Angie Nixon in the Democratic primary, while…The Guardian
18 Aug Florida voters choose in governor, Senate primaries, and more races to watchAlaska Senator Dan Sullivan is facing several competitors in Tuesday's nonpartisan top-four primary. In Florida, voters will choose nominees for governor, Senate, and new congressional districts redrawn to favor Republicans. One of the key races is the Republican nomination for governor, where Rep. Byron Donalds has a significant lead with $90 million raised and President Trump's backing, but faces challenges from…CBS News
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