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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — PoliticsNovember 4, 2026Hillsborough County

Ashley Moody defeats Angie Nixon in Florida special U.S. Senate election

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Republican Sen. Ashley Moody won the special election for U.S. Senate in Florida, defeating Democrat Angie Nixon, who conceded the race Tuesday. Moody secured just over 50% of the vote compared to Nixon's approximately 48%. Nixon stated she is looking forward to future political work in 2028.

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Why It Matters

The special election outcome determines Florida's representation in the U.S. Senate, maintaining Republican control in a closely watched statewide race where the margin was separated by about two percentage points.

Key Facts

  • Ashley Moody won the Florida special U.S. Senate election with just over 50% of the vote.
  • Angie Nixon received approximately 48% of the vote and conceded the race on Tuesday.
  • Nixon ran as a progressive candidate campaigning on Medicare for All, free child care, and rent freezes.
  • Nixon pointed to a 1.5 million voter registration gap between Democrats and Republicans that needs to be addressed.
  • Nixon indicated she is looking forward to political work and potential runs heading into 2028.

Who's Mentioned

PersonAngie Nixon“Democratic candidate who conceded the U.S. Senate race”locationFlorida“State where the U.S. Senate race took place”PersonMak Manning“Supporter of Angie Nixon's campaign”locationJacksonville“City associated with Angie Nixon”PersonAshley Moody“Republican candidate projected as the winner of the special election”