Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
Last updated: 2025-12-10 21:45:26 ET
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
A big win or expected?
Eileen Higgins' victory also makes her the first woman to hold the post.
Higgins defeated former city manager Emilio Gonzalez with 59% of the vote, pledging to tackle housing affordability, climate resilience, and restore trust at City Hall.
National Democrats have deployed resources for County Commissioner Eileen Higgins, while Mr. Trump has endorsed former City Manager Emilio Gonzalez.