Democrats' winning streak continues with two more upset victories in off-year elections.
By Curt_Anderson December 9, 2025 10:44 pm Category: Politics
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Democrats flip Miami mayor’s office, winning control for first time in nearly 30 years
Democrat Eileen Higgins has flipped the Miami mayor’s office, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez and marking the latest sign of the party’s momentum heading into next year’s midterms, according to Decision Desk HQ.
Higgins is the first Democrat to become mayor of Miami since 1997. She bested Gonzalez, a former Miami city manager who served on President Trump’s Homeland Security Department transition team, to succeed incumbent Mayor Francis Suarez (R).
Democrat flips Georgia state House seat in district Trump won
Democrats on Tuesday flipped a state House seat in a red-leaning district in Georgia, delivering the party another notable win heading into next year’s midterms.
Democrat Eric Gisler was projected to defeat Republican Mack Guest IV in the special election in Georgia’s House District 121, according to Decision Desk HQ.
Gisler’s victory is a major upset, as President Trump won the district last year by 12 points, according to DDHQ.
Additionally, a Democrat wins Albuquerque mayoral election tonight.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Albuquerque voters have chosen incumbent Mayor Tim Keller to serve a third term as mayor
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Democrats flip Miami mayor’s office, winning control for first time in nearly 30 years