After a nail-biting recount, Andy Thomson has officially been declared the new mayor of Boca Raton.
Thomson edged out his opponent, Mike Liebelson, by just five votes.
The recount tightened things even further. After election night, Thomson led by six votes, but a machine recount reduced that margin to just one before a final manual count confirmed his narrow victory — 7,572 to 7,567.
It's a seat untouched by Democrats for over 30 years. Since President Donald Trump’s 2024 election, Democrats have won or outperformed in 90% of key races, including Eileen Higgins flipping the Miami mayoral seat last year.
Florida Democratic Party Chair said Thomson’s victory in Boca Raton is adding to political momentum for Democrats leading up to this year's midterm elections.
“Winning by a margin of just five votes, this race is proof that organizing everywhere and talking to every voter will make all the difference in 2026,” said Fried in a statement. “Andy has led as a councilman with integrity, care, and the community’s best interests in mind. I have no doubt he will serve as mayor with just as much heart and passionate service.”
The race also caught the attention of the Democratic National Committee
“When you organize everywhere, you can win anywhere — including here in Florida," said DNC Chair Ken Martin.
"Mayor-elect Andy Thomson ran a strong campaign focused on the issues that matter most to Boca Raton voters, from the rising cost of groceries and gas to the health care crisis Donald Trump and his allies unleashed," Martin said.
"This win is another warning sign to Florida Republicans that voters are fed up with their out-of-touch agenda that is making communities like Boca Raton unaffordable.”national interest.
In Boca Raton, voters sent a clear statement on development, overwhelmingly rejecting the controversial Boca One project, which Thomson had opposed.
Liebelson told The Palm Beach Post he may still challenge the election results.
