Florida Democrats gain ground in politics and crime initiatives.

Florida Democrats are hopeful after former TV anchor Donna Deegan's mayoral victory in Jacksonville, which they see as a repudiation of Governor Ron DeSantis and a sign that the state is not lost to them. Despite Republicans having significant tactical advantages in the state, Democrats believe that Deegan's win shows that they can compete in Florida. However, some Democrats caution against reading too much into the win, noting that Republicans still have a voter registration and cash advantage, as well as holding every statewide Cabinet position and supermajorities in the Legislature.