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- Eileen Higgins was sworn in as Miami's first female mayor and the first Democrat in nearly 30 years on December 18, 2025.
- Her inauguration emphasized a commitment to serve all residents.
- Higgins plans to address affordable housing and immigration enforcement, criticizing the city's agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- She aims to streamline the permit process for repairs and promote affordable housing on city-owned land, and pursue charter reforms.
