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Daily Briefing: Can Dems win in Florida?

Portrait of Nicole Fallert Nicole Fallert

USA TODAY
Updated Aug. 18, 2026, 6:41 a.m. ET

Welcome to the Daily Briefing. Here’s Tuesday’s news:

Nicole Fallert here. “Won’t you be my neighbor?”

Can democratic-socialism survive in Florida?

Three democratic socialist candidates in Florida are looking to upset mainstream liberals on Tuesday, when the state holds primaries for House, Senate, governor. The underdogs are running in House and Senate contests with a platform that has already toppled Democratic incumbents this year. And they’ll have to overcome Florida’s recently redrawn Congressional map that favors Republicans.

Also today: Democrats are putting up former Rep. Mary Peltola in Alaska’s nonpartisan Senate primary, in the hopes of ousting Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan; Wyoming holds primaries; and a special election in California to fill former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s seat.

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Lindsay Clancy Trial

Clancy’s mother takes the stand

"I love my grandchildren with all my heart." Lindsay Clancy's mother was called to testify by her defense team and appeared to choke up when talking about her grandkids.

Lindsay Clancy’s mother took the stand on Monday, as her daughter’s murder trial entered its fourth week of testimony. Here’s a recap of the trial so far and how to watch live.

Health & Wellness

AOC, egg freezing sparks conversation

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, 36, is documenting on social media the process of freezing her eggs, and her comments about the challenges women face when family planning are something many can relate to. Some people have been quick to chime in with negativity − but many are sharing their appreciation for her transparency. AOC says she does not regret posting about freezing her eggs.

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