# Democratic socialists score another major win in Florida race

https://mins.news/en/video/26158

- CNN, 2026-08-19 12:29 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAkE3R3einQ

> CNN projected that state Rep. Angie Nixon would defeat retired Army Lt. Col. Alex Vindman in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary. The contest underscored growing frustration among Democratic voters with Israel’s war in Gaza following Hamas’ October 7, 2023 attack. Nixon has centered Palestinians’ struggles in her campaign and called for an end to US military support for Israel.

## Related coverage

- [Angie Nixon Scores Stunning Upset in Florida Senate Primary: What to Know](https://mins.news/en/video/26041) — ABC News, 2026-08-19
- [Who won and lost in Florida primaries: Key takeaways](https://mins.news/en/item/25890) — Al Jazeera, 2026-08-19
- [Rep. Angie Nixon celebrates projected Florida Senate primary win](https://mins.news/en/video/25978) — NBC News, 2026-08-19
- [Progressive Florida legislator Angie Nixon wins Democratic nod for special Senate race](https://mins.news/en/item/25606) — The Associated Press, 2026-08-19