Short Answer

Both the model and the market overwhelmingly agree that Debbie Wasserman Schultz will achieve at least 25% of the vote in the FL-20 Democratic primary, with only minor residual uncertainty.

1. Market Behavior & Drivers

This contract on Debbie Wasserman Schultz's vote share in the FL-20 Democratic primary shows a clear upward trend. The market opened with the price at 61.0% and has since climbed to 81.0%. The contract has traded within a wide range, from a low of 6.0% to a high of 87.0%. The price found a floor near the 61.0% level before its final ascent. The most significant price movement was a sharp increase to 81.0% on August 18, the date of the primary election. This spike reflects the market pricing in real-time or expected election results favorable to Wasserman Schultz. Notably, while a large drop to 13.0% was flagged for August 14, the provided sample price data and context do not support this; the price on that date is listed as 61.0%.
Total volume for the contract is 1,298 contracts, but recent sample data points show zero volume traded during the late-stage price moves. This pattern suggests the final price adjustments may have occurred on thin liquidity or reflected market maker repricing based on external events rather than heavy trading conviction from participants. Low volume during a sharp price increase can sometimes indicate a less robust consensus.
Overall, the market chart indicates a strengthening belief in a high final vote percentage for Wasserman Schultz. Sentiment began strong at 61.0% and solidified significantly on election day itself. The final price of 81.0%, near the contract's all-time high of 87.0%, points to a decisive market expectation of her performance in the primary. The price action was event-driven, with the primary date serving as the main catalyst for the final repricing.
  • Wasserman Schultz is expected to secure at least 30% based on strong internal polling.
  • Her financial frontrunner status suggests Wasserman Schultz will achieve at least 40% support.
  • Vote percentages are currently based on pre-election expectations, awaiting official results.

Who Wins and Why

Outcome Market Model Why
At least 35% 81.0% 72.8% Official vote percentages are not yet available, so the market reflects pre-election expectations.
At least 40% 80.0% 71.5% Official vote percentages are not yet available, so the market reflects pre-election expectations.
At least 30% 81.0% 72.8% Official vote percentages are not yet available, so the market reflects pre-election expectations.
At least 55% 53.0% 30.5% Official vote percentages are not yet available, so the market reflects pre-election expectations.
At least 50% 31.0% 30.5% Official vote percentages are not yet available, so the market reflects pre-election expectations.

Current Context

The FL-20 Democratic primary occurred on August 18, 2026. Florida's 20th Congressional District Democratic primary featured a crowded field, including incumbent Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Luther Campbell, Dale Holness, Elijah Manley, and Debbie Wasserman Schultz [1][2][3][4][5]. Wasserman Schultz, a longtime House member, entered the FL-20 race following redistricting, which functionally eliminated her previous district, District 25 [6][4][5][7].
Vote percentages for Wasserman Schultz are currently not available. As of August 18, 2026, official vote percentages for Debbie Wasserman Schultz have not been reported, as the election remains ongoing or ballots are still being counted [6][4][8][2][9][7]. Political experts observed that Wasserman Schultz's strategy depended on the fragmentation of the vote among multiple Black candidates in the plurality-Black district [6][4][10].
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  3. 32026 Florida Primary Live Results270towin.com
  4. 4Moskowitz, Wasserman Schultz duel progressives in redistricted South Floridathehill.com
  5. 5Seven Democrats seek Florida's 20th District seat as redistricting reshapes South Florida congressional map - Ballotpedia Newsnews.ballotpedia.org
  6. 6Four Black candidates are splitting the vote in CD 20. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is banking on it.floridapolitics.com
  7. 7Debbie Wasserman Schultzballotpedia.org
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2. Price Chart

Historical Price (Probability)

Outcome probability
Date

3. Significant Price Movements

Notable price changes detected in the chart, along with research into what caused each movement.

Outcome: At least 40%

📈 August 18, 2026: 55.0pp spike

Price increased from 25.0% to 80.0%

What happened: The provided research contains no evidence of a 55.0 percentage point price spike in Debbie Wasserman Schultz's projected vote percentage for the FL-20 Democratic primary on August 18, 2026 [1][2][3]. On this date, primary election results were still pending or not yet finalized, meaning a definitive outcome or a sudden, large shift in vote projections would not have been confirmed [4][5][1][2][3]. Consequently, there is no information regarding social media activity, traditional news, or market structure factors that could have caused such a reported market movement. Based on the available data, social media is irrelevant as a primary driver or accelerant, as neither the reported spike nor any related social media activity is supported by the sources.

Outcome: At least 45%

📈 August 17, 2026: 27.0pp spike

Price increased from 7.0% to 34.0%

What happened: Based on the provided web research, there is no information regarding specific social media activity, traditional news announcements, or market structure factors that occurred on August 17, 2026, or immediately prior, that could explain the 27.0 percentage point price spike [2]. The available sources confirm the Florida Democratic primary for the U.S. House District 20 is scheduled for August 18, 2026, with Debbie Wasserman Schultz as a candidate, but they do not detail events leading to the market movement [2]. Therefore, the primary driver cannot be determined from the given information, and the role of social media in this movement is unknown.

Outcome: At least 35%

📉 August 14, 2026: 48.0pp drop

Price decreased from 61.0% to 13.0%

What happened: The provided research does not confirm a 48 percentage point drop in Debbie Wasserman Schultz's predicted vote share around August 14, 2026, explicitly stating "there are no reports of a 48 percentage point drop in her support as of August 18, 2026" [6]. While Wasserman Schultz faced criticism in August 2026 regarding her candidacy in Florida's 20th Congressional District [6][7][8][9], the available information does not include any social media activity, news announcements, or market factors that would explain such a dramatic price movement. Based on the provided sources, social media cannot be identified as a primary driver for the stated market movement, as the movement itself is not corroborated.
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  6. 6Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz faces criticism amid run...nbcnews.com
  7. 7Four Black candidates are splitting the vote in CD 20. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is banking on it.floridapolitics.com
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  9. 9In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what...apnews.com

4. Market Data

Contract Snapshot

This market concerns the percentage of votes received by Debbie Wasserman Schultz in the FL-20 Democratic primary. A "YES" resolution occurs if she receives 45% or more of the vote, while a "NO" resolution occurs if she receives less than 45%. Settlement for this market, with a maximum payout date of August 18, 2027, will only occur after the official certification of the primary election results.

Available Contracts

Market options and current pricing

Outcome bucket Yes (price) No (price) Last trade probability
At least 25% $0.96 $0.08 94%
At least 30% $0.88 $0.19 81%
At least 35% $0.81 $0.26 81%
At least 40% $0.64 $0.42 80%
At least 55% $0.11 $0.95 53%
At least 45% $0.50 $0.57 50%
At least 50% $0.35 $0.72 31%

Market Discussion

Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz is a candidate in the August 18, 2026, Democratic primary for Florida's 20th Congressional District, where she was considered the clear front-runner with 92% Polymarket odds for victory and 52% support in a May 2026 internal poll [1]. Her candidacy has faced criticism, however, as she is the only white candidate in a plurality-Black district, with critics alleging she is exploiting Black political representation [2]. As of the primary date, official vote percentages for Wasserman Schultz are not yet available [3].

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  1. 1Florida's 20th Congressional District election, 2026ballotpedia.org
  2. 2In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what...apnews.com
  3. 3Florida's 20th Congressional District election, 2026 (August...ballotpedia.org

5. What impact would a late-race candidate withdrawal and endorsement have on Debbie Wasserman Schultz's final vote share in the August 18 primary?

Incumbent PositionU.S. Representative, Florida's 20th Congressional District [1][2]
Primary Election DateAugust 18, 2026 [1][2]
Major Democratic OpponentsFour [3][4]
No evidence exists to predict late-race withdrawal impact on Wasserman Schultz. The provided research findings do not contain sufficient information to predict the impact of a hypothetical late-race candidate withdrawal and endorsement on Debbie Wasserman Schultz's final vote share in the August 18, 2026, primary. This is because no such event has occurred among her major opponents as of the primary date [4][5]. Consequently, there is no evidence of a late-race withdrawal or endorsement affecting her vote share in this specific election [5].
Debbie Wasserman Schultz is the incumbent facing split opposition. She is the U.S. Representative for Florida's 20th Congressional District and is a candidate in the Democratic primary held on August 18, 2026 [1][2]. She faces four Black Democratic opponents—Luther Campbell, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Dale Holness, and Elijah Manley—who have consistently split the opposition vote, largely benefiting Wasserman Schultz [3][4]. While candidate Rudolph 'Rudy' Moise withdrew from the race in May 2026 and endorsed former rivals [6], there have been no late-race withdrawals by the four remaining major opponents to consolidate support against Wasserman Schultz, despite earlier discussions among them [4].
Endorsements can influence races, but Wasserman Schultz remains favored. Historical precedents indicate that candidate withdrawals and subsequent endorsements can influence race outcomes, though the impact on primary outcomes is variable, depending on the candidate's prominence, the timing of the endorsement, and the political context [5][7][8]. However, as of the primary date, there is no evidence of a late-race withdrawal or endorsement affecting Debbie Wasserman Schultz's vote share in the 2026 Florida 20th District Democratic primary [5]. Prediction markets have extensively favored Wasserman Schultz to win the Democratic nomination, consistently positioning her as the clear frontrunner, reflecting the advantage gained by the fractured opposition [9][10][11].
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  2. 2Florida's 20th Congressional District - Ballotpediaballotpedia.org
  3. 34 Black candidates are splitting the vote in CD 20. Debbie...floridapolitics.com
  4. 4Debbie Wasserman Schultz’s Run Is Infuriating Black Democrats. She Might Win Anyway. - NOTUS — News of the United Statesnotus.org
  5. 5United States House of Representatives special election in Alaska, 2022 - Ballotpediaballotpedia.org
  6. 6Redistricting shuffle: CD 20 candidate drops out, backs former rivals, blasts Debbie Wasserman Schultzfloridapolitics.com
  7. 7A look at the nearly 3,000 endorsements issued in Aug. 4 elections and how they affected those primaries - Ballotpedia Newsnews.ballotpedia.org
  8. 830% of congressional incumbents not seeking re-election this year have endorsed a successor - Ballotpedia Newsnews.ballotpedia.org
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  11. 11August 18, 2026: FL-20 Democratic nominee Prediction Marketrobinhood.com

6. What available polling data and demographic analysis of the redrawn FL-20 district support Debbie Wasserman Schultz's projected vote share on August 18?

Internal Poll Supportabove 50% [1]
Prediction Market Win Probability91% for Democratic nomination [1]
Campaign Fundraisingover $2.5 million as of March 31, 2026 [2][3]
Debbie Wasserman Schultz's campaign anticipates strong support in FL-20 polling. Internal polling data projects her achieving a vote share exceeding 50% for the August 18 primary [1]. While independent public polling for the FL-20 primary has been limited due to her late entry into the race in May 2026, some June 2026 polls indicated her support ranging from 19% to 38% within a crowded candidate field [3]. As of August 16, 2026, prediction markets assigned Wasserman Schultz a 91% probability of securing the Democratic nomination for FL-20 [1].
Wasserman Schultz leads fundraising efforts in a historically Black district. She has significantly outraised her primary opponents, reporting over $2.5 million in receipts by March 31, 2026 [2][3]. The redrawn FL-20 district is a majority-minority area, with a voting-age population that is 42% Black and 23% Hispanic [4][5]. This district has historically been represented by Black Democrats, contributing to a contentious primary race and drawing criticism from local Black leaders regarding Wasserman Schultz's candidacy [4].
Sources (5)
  1. 12026 FL-20 Democratic Primary | Polls & Oddspredictionedge.com
  2. 2Florida's 20th Congressional District election, 2026ballotpedia.org
  3. 3Debbie Wasserman Schultz - Ballotpediaballotpedia.org
  4. 4In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what...apnews.com
  5. 5Florida gerrymandering puts Debbie Wasserman Schultz in awkward position of running to represent 42% Black districtfortune.com

7. How do Debbie Wasserman Schultz's and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick's fundraising totals and key endorsements compare head-to-head for the 2026 primary cycle?

DWS Cash on Hand$2.8 million (mid-2026) [1][2]
DWS Funds Raised$2,502,689 (as of March 31, 2026) [2]
SCM Funds Raised$356,387 (as of March 31, 2026) [2]
Debbie Wasserman Schultz entered the 2026 primary as a clear financial frontrunner. By mid-2026, she commanded approximately $2.8 million in cash on hand, a figure reported to be more than six times the combined cash of her four primary opponents [1][2]. This substantial financial advantage positioned her strongly in the race for Florida's 20th Congressional District.
Fundraising totals significantly differentiated candidates, highlighting Cherfilus-McCormick's struggles. As of March 31, 2026, Debbie Wasserman Schultz had raised $2,502,689, while former U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick raised $356,387 [2]. Cherfilus-McCormick's campaign also faced considerable financial challenges, with significantly lower cash-on-hand, alongside ongoing legal issues stemming from a federal indictment [3][2]. She subsequently resigned from the House in April 2026 following allegations related to federal disaster relief funds and campaign finance misuse [4][5].
Sources (5)
  1. 1Wasserman Schultz has financial lead, with $2.8 million, as Cherfilus-McCormick runs low on campaign cash | Tribune | dailygazette.comdailygazette.com
  2. 2Florida's 20th Congressional District election, 2026ballotpedia.org
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  4. 4Seven Democrats seek Florida's 20th District seat as redistricting reshapes South Florida congressional map - Ballotpedia Newsnews.ballotpedia.org
  5. 5Debbie Wasserman Schultzballotpedia.org

8. What is the official timeline for Broward and Palm Beach counties to report and certify the final vote counts for the August 18, 2026 primary?

Primary Election DateAugust 18, 2026 [1][2][3][4]
County Returns Filing Deadlinenoon on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 [1][2][3][4]
Certification DateThursday, August 27, 2026 [1][2]
Florida county canvassing boards must report primary election results by August 26, 2026. All Florida county canvassing boards, including those in Broward and Palm Beach counties, are required to file official election returns for the August 18, 2026 primary election no later than noon on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 [1][2][3][4]. This deadline falls on the 8th day following the election and applies to federal and state offices, with all submissions made to the Department of State. Subsequently, the Elections Canvassing Commission is scheduled to meet on Thursday, August 27, 2026, the 9th day after the election, to certify the official returns for the primary election [1][2]. There are no distinct timelines specified for Broward or Palm Beach counties beyond these general requirements for all Florida county canvassing boards [1][2][3][4].
Prediction markets were active for the FL-20 Democratic primary outcome. On the primary election date of August 18, 2026, various prediction markets were observed to be actively trading on the outcome of the FL-20 Democratic primary [5][6][7][8].
Sources (8)
  1. 1Primary Election Results Reporting Timeline – 2026files.floridados.gov
  2. 2Chapter 102 Section 111 - 2025 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senateflsenate.gov
  3. 3Chapter 102 Section 112 - 2025 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senateflsenate.gov
  4. 4Election Dates and Activities Calendarfiles.floridados.gov
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  6. 6https://polymarket.com/event/fl-20-democratic-primary-winnerpolymarket.com
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  8. 8Will Debbie Wasserman Schultz be the Democratic nominee for FL-20? | Paritypredictparity.com

9. How do the policy platforms of Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Elijah Manley, and Dale Holness differ on key issues relevant to FL-20 voters in 2026?

Debbie Wasserman Schultz's EmphasisCongressional seniority and legislative experience in lowering drug costs [1][2][3]
Dale Holness's EmphasisTax code reform, education, middle-class growth, and extensive elected official experience [1][2][3][4]
Elijah Manley's EmphasisHousing, healthcare access, systemic anti-corruption, and grassroots connection to working-class community [1][2][3][4]
Candidates share economic concerns but offer distinct approaches. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Elijah Manley, and Dale Holness all identify economic and housing affordability as critical issues for FL-20 voters in 2026. However, their specific policy platforms for the 2026 cycle are not explicitly detailed beyond broad rhetorical framing and their political backgrounds. Despite these shared concerns, their stated priorities and experiences highlight distinct political focuses [1][2][3][5].
Each candidate emphasizes unique policy priorities and experiences. Debbie Wasserman Schultz highlights her congressional seniority and legislative track record, particularly her efforts to reduce drug costs. Dale Holness centers his platform on reforming the tax code, enhancing education, and promoting middle-class growth, leveraging his extensive experience as an elected official at both county and city levels. Elijah Manley, identified as the youngest and most progressive candidate, focuses on housing, healthcare access, and systemic anti-corruption, drawing on his grassroots background and personal connection to economic struggles within District 20 [1][2][3][4].
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  1. 1What candidates for Florida's Congressional District 20 say is the district's biggest challenge - CBS Miamicbsnews.com
  2. 2Dems vying for 20th congressional district talk affordability, political divisionlocal10.com
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  5. 5Debbie Wasserman Schultz - Ballotpediaballotpedia.org

10. What Could Change the Odds

Key Catalysts

The Democratic primary for Florida's 20th Congressional District occurred on August 18, 2026 [1][2][3][4]. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for re-election in the newly redrawn district against four Democratic opponents: Luther Campbell, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Dale Holness, and Elijah Manley [5][3]. Official election results for this primary are not yet available, as polls closed at 7:00 PM EDT on August 18, 2026 [6].
Key catalysts influenced the race. Bullish factors for Wasserman Schultz include her significant fundraising dominance, with $3.3 million raised [5][7][8]. Her four opponents are splitting the vote in a district where a majority is not required to win the primary, a strategic advantage [5][7][8]. Countering these factors, she faces backlash from local Black community leaders and groups, such as the Broward County Democratic Black Caucus, who opposed her candidacy in this historically Black-plurality district [5][3][8]. Prediction markets for this specific primary reflected varied outlooks for her vote percentage outcomes on the election date [9].

Key Dates & Catalysts

  • Expiration: August 18, 2027
  • Closes: August 18, 2027
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  1. 1Live Results: Florida midterm primariespbs.org
  2. 2Florida's 20th Congressional District election, 2026ballotpedia.org
  3. 3Debbie Wasserman Schultz - Ballotpediaballotpedia.org
  4. 4Congressional Primary Dates and Candidate Filing Deadlines for Ballot Accessfec.gov
  5. 5Four Black candidates are splitting the vote in CD 20. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is banking on it.floridapolitics.com
  6. 62026 Florida US House 20 | Live Election Resultsvotes.decisiondeskhq.com
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  8. 8Amid backlash from Black candidates, Wasserman Schultz announces reelection bid in FL-20 | WLRNwlrn.org
  9. 9August 18, 2026: FL-20 Democratic primary: Debbie Wasserman Schultz vote percent Prediction Marketrobinhood.com

12. Historical Resolutions

Historical Resolutions: 20 markets in this series

Outcomes: 3 resolved YES, 17 resolved NO

Recent resolutions:

  • KXVOTEPRIMARY-SCRSENS26MSANMSAN-45: NO (Aug 14, 2026)
  • KXVOTEPRIMARY-SCRSENS26MSANMSAN-40: NO (Aug 14, 2026)
  • KXVOTEPRIMARY-SCRSENS26MSANMSAN-35: NO (Aug 14, 2026)
  • KXVOTEPRIMARY-SCRSENS26MSANMSAN-30: NO (Aug 14, 2026)
  • KXVOTEPRIMARY-SCRSENS26MSANMSAN-25: NO (Aug 14, 2026)