Josh Weil announces 2026 Senate run to challenge Ashley Moody in Florida
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Whoever wins the 2026 Senate race will finish the final two years of Marco Rubio’s term, then could run for reelection in 2028.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Democrat Josh Weil, who previously amassed substantial funding for a U.S. House bid in Florida that did not succeed, announced on Wednesday his intention to pursue a U.S. Senate seat in 2026.

Should he secure the Democratic nomination, Weil would face off against Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody. She is a former state attorney general, appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to the seat left open after Marco Rubio took on the role of secretary of state.

In a news briefing, Weil emphasized his campaign’s focus on increasing state affordability, particularly benefiting working individuals and seniors. He also committed to protecting Social Security, health care, and education systems.

“I’m running because Floridians are suffering,” Weil said. “People can’t afford to live here anymore. Rent, health care, gas, home insurance — everything is more expensive than ever and politicians are making it worse.”

The Moody campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment Wednesday. She has been collecting endorsements from prominent Republicans, dozens of sheriffs and others.

Weil, a public school teacher and administrator in the Orlando area, gained national attention when he raised about $15 million from small donors — according to his news release — for a U.S. House special election against Republican Randy Fine, who raised far less but nevertheless won the 6th District seat in April.

Whoever wins the 2026 Senate race will finish the final two years of Rubio’s term, then could run for reelection in 2028. It’s unclear yet who else might enter the race.

“I’m running for U.S. Senate because Floridians deserve more than survival. They deserve a fighter who won’t sell out, won’t back down and will fight for the future their hard work has earned,” Weil said.

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