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Miami Mayoral Runoff: Gonzalez vs. Higgins Sparks Homeowner Debate

12/3/2025

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Emilio Gonzalez, the Miami Republican mayoral candidate, faces Eileen Higgins, Democratic opponent, in a December 9 runoff.
Gonzalez accuses Higgins of promoting a 'city of renters' and advocates a 'city of owners' instead.
He is endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump and Governor Ron DeSantis.
Gonzalez argues residents should afford homes, warns against socialism seen in New York and Cuba, and notes the winner will succeed term-limited Mayor Francis Suarez.

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Emilio Gonzalez, the Miami Republican mayoral candidate, faces Eileen Higgins, Democratic opponent, in a December 9 runoff.
Gonzalez accuses Higgins of promoting a 'city of renters' and advocates a 'city of owners' instead.
He is endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump and Governor Ron DeSantis.
Gonzalez argues residents should afford homes, warns against socialism seen in New York and Cuba, and notes the winner will succeed term-limited Mayor Francis Suarez.