Despite pressure from the left, Democratic moderates have won several key primaries. Angie Nixon, a Democratic socialist, scored an upset victory in Florida's Senate race over Alex Vindman, who raised 16 times more money. Nixon, backed by progressive Representative Ilhan Omar, will face Republican Senator Ashley Moody in November. In Alaska, moderate democrat Mary Peltola advanced to face incumbent Republican Senator Dan S.

Sullivan in a competitive race that could help Democrats gain a crucial seat. Veteran Democrats Jared Moskowitz and Debbie Wasserman Schultz also won their Florida primaries, surviving redistricting challenges. Meanwhile, Republican Representative Cory Mills lost his primary to Ryan Elijah, eliminating a potential Democratic pickup opportunity.

These results show that while progressives have influence, moderates are holding their ground in key races that will determine congressional control.