Uribe Stays Until December Amid Political Pressure

Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe is staying in office until December, defying calls from Democratic allies and advocates who urged her to resign by August to force a special election — a move they hoped would prevent Governor Ron DeSantis from appointing a GOP replacement. Uribe insists her decision is about serving her community, not politics, and notes she’s running for mayor — a race she qualified for by May 28. Florida law gives DeSantis broad discretion on how to fill vacancies, including appointing someone, holding a special election, or leaving the seat open. Meanwhile, Clerk of Courts Tiffany Moore Russell is stepping down by August 31, strategically timed to potentially trigger a special election — adding another layer to the political chess game unfolding in Orange County. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f089cfa76f476aa3