Democrat Makes History as First Female Mayor of Jacksonville, Dealing Blow to Republican Control
- Democrat Donna Deegan defeated Republican Daniel Davis to become the first female mayor of Jacksonville, Florida.
- Deegan focused on infrastructure, healthcare access, and economic opportunity for all.
- Deegan's win marks the first Democratic mayor of Jacksonville in over 30 years and deals a blow to Republican control.
- Deegan's victory comes despite endorsements for Davis from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
- Deegan's candidacy and message of unity resonated with voters, showing a path forward for Democrats in Republican strongholds.