Nixon cites 2028 return after losing Florida Senate race to Moody

Angie Nixon conceded the Florida U.S. Senate race to Ashley Moody on Tuesday night.

The Democratic candidate spoke to supporters in her hometown of Jacksonville, where she held her election night gathering. CBS News projected Moody as the winner of the election, securing her first full term in the U.S. Senate. Nixon acknowledged her defeat while stating she intends to remain politically active.

The race unfolded after Nixon made several campaign stops across South Florida in the days leading up to Election Day. She then returned to Jacksonville for the final stretch. Polls showed Moody leading heading into Tuesday, though Nixon's campaign expressed confidence in pulling off an upset. That outcome did not materialize.

Nixon pointed to specific factors in her loss, including being outraised and the state's voter registration gap, which favors Republicans. She expressed disappointment with the results but sought to leave her audience with an optimistic message about continuing the work.

In response to questions from CBS News Miami, Nixon clarified that she has not made a final decision on running again. She said the party will focus on registering voters and organizing to ensure a strong challenge in the next cycle. The outcome of the 2028 race remains open, with Nixon indicating she may be the candidate or support someone else.

At a polling location in Jacksonville, voters spoke to reporters about their concerns. DeWitt Lucas cited the economy, rent, and affordability as hard times. Claudia Collins noted the overall cost of living, describing recent price increases as insane. Another voter simply said, "I'm for her."

Nixon told supporters to hold Moody accountable in the coming years. "So Ashley Moody, you better get it right because we are coming for you," she said. Her remarks prompted chants of "2028!" from the crowd. She added, "It may be me, it may be someone else, but I am all in."