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NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 19, 2026Hillsborough

Gwen Myers and Aileen Rodriguez win Hillsborough County Commission Democratic primaries

Incumbent Commissioner Gwen Myers and candidate Aileen Rodriguez secured their party's nominations in the Hillsborough County Commission primary elections held on Tuesday night. Both candidates won their respective races by significant margins, with Myers receiving 69% of the vote and Rodriguez receiving 62%.

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Why It Matters

These primary results determine the Democratic candidates who will appear on the ballot for the Hillsborough County Commission in the upcoming fall general election.

Key Facts

  • Gwen Myers won her Democratic primary race with 69% of the vote.
  • Aileen Rodriguez won her Democratic primary race with 62% of the vote.
  • The primary elections were held on Tuesday night.
  • Aileen Rodriguez is noted as a former Republican who switched to the Democratic party.

Who's Mentioned

personAileen Rodriguez“Democratic primary winner for Hillsborough County Commission”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news outlet that published the article”locationHillsborough County“The jurisdiction where the primary elections took place”personGwen Myers“Incumbent Hillsborough County Commissioner who won the Democratic primary”