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Stephanie Murphy Launches Bid for Orange County Mayor

Murphy plans to apply her bipartisan problem-solving skills to housing affordability challenges in Orange County.

Former Rep. Stephanie Murphy is running for mayor of Orange County, Fla. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call file photo)
Former U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy, pictured while serving in Congress, told the Orlando Sentinel that she is running for Orange County Mayor. "I'm somebody who does believe in public service," she said.
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Overview

  • On July 9, 2025, former U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy officially announced her candidacy for Orange County mayor, marking her entry as a frontrunner in the nonpartisan race.
  • Murphy will compete against Orange County Clerk Tiffany Moore Russell, Commissioner Mayra Uribe and tech entrepreneur Chris Messina for the open seat.
  • The contest follows Mayor Jerry Demings reaching his term limit and the recent decision by Val Demings not to seek the position.
  • Murphy highlights her tenure as co-chair of the Blue Dog Coalition and chief deputy whip in Congress as preparation for managing the county’s rapid growth, housing costs and transportation needs.
  • An August 18, 2026, primary will reduce the field to two candidates who will advance to the general election.