With state Rep. Angie Nixon exploring a run for U.S. Senate, a familiar face is resurfacing as a candidate in 2026.

And another one may be in the race soon.

Former Jacksonville City Councilman Reggie Gaffney Sr. is in the House District 13 Democratic Primary.

And Audrey Gibson , the former leader of the Senate Democrats, could file as soon as next week.

Both are among the best known Democrats in Duval County, with considerable political experience.

And both are recovering from recent political setbacks.

Gaffney served most of two terms, leaving the Council for what was an unsuccessful run against Tracie Davis for the Florida Senate in 2022, after Gibson was term limited.

Gibson ran to be chair of the Florida Democratic Party after leaving the administration of Ja

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