NewsCreative Loafing TampaAugust 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 will now advance to the general election ballot.
Read the full story at Creative Loafing TampaWhy It Matters
The results determine the Democratic candidates for the Hillsborough County Commission seats, which directly impacts the leadership and policy direction of the county government.
Key Facts
- Gwen Myers won her Democratic primary with 69% of the vote.
- Aileen Rodriguez won her Democratic primary with 62% of the vote.
- The primary elections took place on Tuesday night.
- Aileen Rodriguez is noted as a former Republican who switched to the Democratic party.
- Both candidates are advancing to the general election.
Who's Mentioned
personAileen Rodriguez“Democratic primary winner for Hillsborough County Commission”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news outlet reporting the election results”locationHillsborough County“The jurisdiction where the election took place”personGwen Myers“Incumbent Hillsborough County Commissioner who won the Democratic primary”