"Chandler Elects First Independent Mayor in Eight Years: A Shift in Local Politics In a significant upset, Matt Orlando, an independent candidate and current Councilmember, has won the mayoral election in Chandler, Arizona, flipping the seat in a nonpartisan race. Orlando secured a decisive victory over Arizona House legislator Jeff Weninger, taking the lead by a substantial 17 points. This milestone marks a shift in local politics, as the city's residents have chosen an independent candidate to lead their community for the first time in eight years. The endorsement of Legislative District 13 adds weight to Orlando's campaign, and his victory is likely to have far-reaching implications for the city's governance and policy direction."
The City of Chandler in Arizona voted in their first mayoral election in eight years to elect independent candidate Matt Orlando in the race, flipping the seat. The nonpartisan race was between Councilmember Orlando and Arizona House legislator Jeff Weninger, with Orlando pulling ahead by 17 points. The independent is backed by Legislative District 13...
