Summary
Eileen Higgins was elected as the first Democratic mayor of Miami in nearly 30 years. She won the election by getting 59% of the votes against Republican competitor Emilio Gonzalez. Higgins also becomes the first woman mayor of Miami.
Key Facts
- Eileen Higgins is the first Democrat to be elected mayor of Miami in almost three decades.
- She won 59% of the vote in the runoff, beating Emilio Gonzalez, who had President Trump's endorsement.
- Higgins is the first woman to hold the position of mayor in Miami.
- Her campaign focused on issues like immigration and affordable housing.
- The election is officially non-partisan, but Higgins received support from prominent Democrats.
- Higgins' opponent, Emilio Gonzalez, was also supported by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
- Higgins plans to work with the Trump administration but vows to speak out when there are disagreements.
- The Democratic Party has recently experienced other significant electoral victories alongside Higgins' win.
