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Angie Nixon wins Florida Senate Democratic primary, defeating Alex Vindman
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon defeated former National Security Council aide Alex Vindman in the Florida Democratic Senate primary, setting up a general election against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody.
- Vindman, an Iraq War veteran and key witness in President Trump's 2019 impeachment hearings, was considered the favorite and raised $16 million for his campaign in the red-leaning state.
- Nixon criticized Vindman for his recent move to Florida and campaigned on promoting progressive politics and rejecting establishment influence and billionaire donors.
- Vindman gained national attention for his testimony during Trump's impeachment inquiry but was later fired from the National Security Council and largely avoided direct engagement with Nixon during the primary.
- Republican Sen. Ashley Moody, appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last year, won her primary easily and will face Nixon in the general election.
