In the recent St. Johns County primaries, two incumbents, Commissioners Roy Alaimo and Henry Dean, were unseated by grassroots candidates Clay Murphy and Ann Taylor, respectively, signaling a shift in local political dynamics. Christian Whitehurst retained his position in District 1, narrowly defeating Ann-Marie Evans. Political analyst John Daigle noted that the changes could dramatically alter the commission's direction. Despite endorsements from former President Donald Trump, the incumbents struggled against well-funded challengers who campaigned on slowing down county growth. The elections reflected a voter sentiment dissatisfied with the current administration's handling of infrastructure in relation to rapid development. The general election is set for November 5, where the newly elected candidates will face additional challengers, including write-in candidates.