Republican Mayfield will return to Florida Senate after defeating Democrat Ahrens
Longtime Republican state legislator Debbie Mayfield of Indialantic won her bid to return to the Florida Senate in a June 10 special election.
However, the election was closer than some people expected, considering Mayfield's name recognition, her campaign fundraising advantage and the district's heavy Republican voter registration.
Mayfield defeated her Democratic opponent, Vance Ahrens of Grant-Valkaria, by a 54.44% to 45.56% margin in the race for the Florida Senate District 19 seat. That district includes all of Brevard County south of Titusville.
"I’m thankful for the trust and confidence the voters of Senate District 19 have placed in me," Mayfield said after the results were finalized. "With the support of our district, I’ll fight for property tax relief, lower insurance premiums, and to protect the traditional family values that make America great."
https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/local/2025/06/10/mayfield-leading-in-bid-to-return-florida-senate-via-special-election/84136854007/