Florida voters have once again sent a clear message, firmly backing President Donald Trump's chosen candidate, Ashley Moody, in the critical GOP Senate primary. This decisive win cements Moody's path to completing the term left open by Senator Marco Rubio's move to serve in the Trump administration, reinforcing the state's conservative stronghold.
Moody, the incumbent Republican who swiftly earned President Trump's "tremendous job" endorsement, swept aside three challengers — Chris Gleason, Neelam Taneja Perry, and Ernest "Ernie" Rivera — a victory that was widely anticipated given her strong standing and the former President’s unwavering support.
A former two-term Florida Attorney General, Moody was appointed to the Senate seat by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis in January 2025, just days after Senator Rubio transitioned to a vital role within President Trump’s administration. This seamless conservative transition highlights the unity and strategic alignment within Florida's Republican leadership.
President Trump himself threw his full weight behind Moody, lauding her ahead of the special election. His endorsement, coupled with support from heavyweights like Senator Rick Scott and other Florida congressional delegation members, underscores her broad appeal within the conservative movement.
"Senator Ashley Moody is doing a tremendous job representing the incredible people of Florida, a State I love, and WON BIG, in 2016, 2020, and 2024!" President Trump declared on TruthSocial last month.
He continued, "A fifth generation Floridian, Ashley served as State Attorney General for six years prior to becoming a very distinguished and well respected U.S. Senator."
"Ashley is working tirelessly to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Help Secure our already Secure Southern Border, Stop Migrant Crime, Murderers, and other Criminals from illegally entering our Country, Strengthen our Great Military/Veterans, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment."
Moody entered the primary election with a formidable financial war chest, reporting over $10.8 million in receipts and approximately $8.4 million cash on hand through June 30, according to FEC records — a clear indicator of the strong confidence placed in her by supporters.
Her next hurdle will be Democrat nominee Angie Nixon, who also secured her primary win on Tuesday.
This special election will decide who represents Florida through January 2029. Given Florida's consistent rejection of Democrat Senate candidates since 2012, Moody's victory signals a powerful continuation of conservative representation and a firm stand for the values championed by the America First movement. The Sunshine State continues to lead the way in safeguarding traditional American principles against the radical left's agenda.
