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NewsCreative Loafing TampaSeptember 10, 2026Hillsborough County

Angie Nixon criticizes Ashley Moody over state funds and healthcare policies in U.S. Senate campaign

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State Representative Angie Nixon campaigning in St. Petersburg criticized incumbent U.S. Senator Ashley Moody over a leaked grand jury report alleging the misuse of $10 million in state funds and changes to federal healthcare policy. Moody defended her record on law enforcement and public safety while declining to debate Nixon.

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Why It Matters

The dispute centers on state fund allocation, federal Medicaid spending changes, and healthcare coverage affecting Florida residents and healthcare providers.

Key Facts

  • A leaked grand jury report found that the DeSantis administration misappropriated $10 million of taxpayer money in 2024.
  • Ashley Moody was aware of plans to divert funds to the Hope Florida Foundation and authorized her former chief deputy to sign the settlement agreement.
  • About 440,000 Floridians dropped Affordable Care Act coverage after enhanced federal subsidies expired in January.
  • The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is projected to reduce federal Medicaid spending by nearly $1 trillion over the next decade.
  • Ashley Moody stated she has been endorsed by 64 of 67 Florida sheriffs and every police organization.
  • Ashley Moody declined to participate in a debate with Angie Nixon for the fall election.

Who's Mentioned

PersonAngie Nixon“Jacksonville state representative and U.S. Senate candidate”PersonDonald Trump“U.S. President”PersonColin Wolf“Digital Editor for Creative Loafing Tampa”PersonAssata Shakur“Historical figure referenced in past political discourse”PersonRick Scott“U.S. Senator”PersonJack Campbell“State Attorney in Leon County”OrganizationJohns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital“Hospital in St. Petersburg”PersonAlex Vindman“Vanquished Democratic Senate opponent”OrganizationHope Florida Foundation“Recipient of diverted funds in a state settlement”PersonAshley Moody“GOP incumbent U.S. Senator and former Florida Attorney General”