Runoff Election Set for Orange County Mayor: Russell and Messina to Compete in November
Tiffany Moore Russell and Chris Messina will compete in a runoff election for the position of Orange County mayor in November.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 18, 2026 —
Orange County voters will head to the polls in November to decide between Tiffany Moore Russell and Chris Messina for the position of mayor. The two candidates emerged as the frontrunners in the recent election, securing their spots in a runoff contest.
The outcome of the runoff election will determine who will lead Orange County. Further details regarding the specific election dates and polling locations will be announced closer to the November election.
Details surrounding the initial election results, including vote tallies for Russell and Messina, were not provided in the summary. Similarly, information regarding other candidates who may have participated in the initial election was not included.
The responsibilities and scope of the Orange County mayor position were not detailed in the provided summary. The political landscape and key issues relevant to the mayoral race were also not specified.
Both Tiffany Moore Russell and Chris Messina are advancing to the final stage of the mayoral election. The decision now rests with the voters to select their preferred candidate in the upcoming November contest.
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