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Erica Deuso Elected Pennsylvania's First Openly Transgender Mayor

11/8/2025

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Democrat Erica Deuso has been elected Pennsylvania's first openly transgender mayor, winning Downingtown's race with about 64%.
Deuso has lived in Downingtown since 2007.
She emphasized housing affordability and domestic violence as priorities in her campaign.
Republican Richard Bryant acknowledged the outcome with respect.
Deuso will be sworn in on November 7 after outgoing Mayor Phil Dague did not seek re-election.

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Democrat Erica Deuso has been elected Pennsylvania's first openly transgender mayor, winning Downingtown's race with about 64%.
Deuso has lived in Downingtown since 2007.
She emphasized housing affordability and domestic violence as priorities in her campaign.
Republican Richard Bryant acknowledged the outcome with respect.
Deuso will be sworn in on November 7 after outgoing Mayor Phil Dague did not seek re-election.