Democrat Donna Deegan defeats DeSantis-endorsed candidate to become Jacksonville's first female mayor.

Donna Deegan, a Democrat, has won the Jacksonville mayoral race, defeating a Republican backed by business leaders and endorsed by Ron DeSantis, the state governor and prospective presidential candidate. Deegan's victory marks a major electoral upset and the first time a woman has been elected as mayor of Jacksonville. She plans to focus on upgrading infrastructure, building an economy for everyone, and improving access to healthcare. Deegan won by running a positive campaign and building a coalition of Democrats, No Party Affiliation Voters, and even some Republicans.