Florida Primary Elections Set for August 20, 2026, Amidst New District Map
Florida is holding its state primary elections on Tuesday, August 20, 2026. Voters will select nominees for governor, to complete the remainder of the U.S. Senate term for Marco Rubio, and for U.S. House seats. The primary follows the adoption…
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 17, 2026 —
Florida voters are set to head to the polls on Tuesday, August 20, 2026, for the state’s primary elections. The elections will determine the nominees for several key positions, including governor, a U.S. Senate seat, and numerous U.S. House seats.
This year’s primary comes after the recent adoption of a new congressional district map, which has been designed with the aim of favoring Republican candidates. The outcome of these primaries will shape the general election contests across the state.
In the race for governor, the Republican primary is notably influenced by the ongoing political rivalry between Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump. On the Democratic side for the gubernatorial race, former Republican U.S. Representative David Jolly is emerging as a prominent candidate.
The U.S. Senate race features Republican Ashley Moody, who is facing minimal opposition for the nomination. The Democratic nominee for the Senate seat will be decided between Angie Nixon and Alex Vindman.
Additionally, the primary elections will include contests for many U.S. House seats. Several incumbent representatives are expected to face competitive challenges, particularly in districts that have undergone redistricting to become more Republican-friendly.
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