2026 Florida and Alaska primaries
Analysis based on 58 articles · First reported Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The primary results will set the stage for the November midterm elections, which will determine control of Congress and could influence policy direction on taxes, regulation, and spending. Market participants will watch for signals on the political balance of power, which could affect fiscal and regulatory outlooks.
On August 18, 2026, voters in United States — Florida, United States — Alaska, and United States — California went to the polls for primary elections that will shape the November midterm ballot. In United States — Florida, Republican U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, endorsed by President Donald Trump, seeks the GOP nomination for governor, aiming to become the state's first Black governor. He faces Lt. Gov. Jay Collins and newcomer James Fishback. Democrats are led by former Republican David Jolly. The Senate special election pits progressive Angie Nixon against centrist Alex Vindman for the Democratic nomination, while incumbent Ashley Moody, appointed by Ron DeSantis, is favored for the Republican nod. In a redrawn plurality-Black district, Debbie Wasserman Schultz faces several Black challengers, including Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who is under federal indictment. In United States — Alaska, Republican Sen. Daniel Sullivan faces a strong challenge from Democrat Mary Peltola in the state's top-four primary, with ranked-choice voting in the general election. The race is critical for Senate control. Other notable contests include the United States — Alaska governor's race with 17 candidates, and a United States — California special House election where AIPAC is spending heavily against Aisha Wahab. The primaries will test Trump's influence and Democratic prospects in key battleground states.
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