Florida Senate nominee Angie Nixon says "this is not about three letters" amid DSA criticism

Updated on: September 24, 2026 / 11:10 AM EDT / CBS News

Florida Senate nominee Angie Nixon says "this is not about three letters" amid DSA criticism

TL;DR

  • Angie Nixon, Florida's Democratic Senate nominee, stated that criticism of her Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) membership is a distraction from her policy agenda.
  • Nixon believes Republicans would find another reason to attack her if not for her DSA affiliation.
  • She highlighted her commitment to issues such as quality healthcare, affordable housing, and universal childcare.
  • Nixon also criticized GOP Senator John Barrasso for framing the election as a choice between Republicans and "radical Democrats."
  • She commented on Byron Donalds' campaign website changes, asserting that one cannot erase their record.