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NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 21, 2026Hillsborough

Bernie Sanders endorses Angie Nixon for U.S. Senate in Florida

U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders has officially endorsed Democrat Angie Nixon in her campaign for the U.S. Senate seat against Republican Ashley Moody. The endorsement was announced on Tuesday ahead of the November election.

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Why It Matters

This endorsement signals the involvement of a national political figure in the Florida U.S. Senate race, which will be decided by voters in the upcoming November election.

Key Facts

  • Bernie Sanders has endorsed Angie Nixon for the U.S. Senate.
  • Angie Nixon is running as a Democrat.
  • Ashley Moody is the Republican opponent in the race.
  • The election is scheduled for November.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who appointed Ashley Moody to her seat.”personAngie Nixon“Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate and current member of the Florida House.”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news outlet that published the article.”personBernie Sanders“U.S. Senator from Vermont who issued the endorsement.”organizationDemocratic Socialists of America“Political organization that Angie Nixon joined in summer 2026.”personAlex Vindman“Retired Lt. Col. who lost to Nixon in the Democratic primary.”personAshley Moody“Republican incumbent U.S. Senator and former Florida Attorney General.”