Source: Orange County Supervisor of Elections, August 22, 2024
District One Showdown: Wilson and Arthur Head to November Runoff
In an unexpected twist in the fiercely contested District One Commissioner race, incumbent Nicole Wilson and political newcomer Austin Arthur are headed for a November runoff. After all ballots were counted and errors corrected, Wilson led Arthur by just two votes—an incredibly narrow margin that heightened the stakes. Write-in candidate Stephen M. Davis garnered 28 votes, making up a mere tenth of a percent of the total votes, but enough to prevent Wilson from reaching the crucial 50% +1 threshold needed for an outright victory.
Out of the 28,150 total votes cast, this razor-thin margin sets the stage for a thrilling rematch. Wilson’s campaign is grappling with fundraising hurdles, while Arthur’s team, buoyed by the close result, seems reinvigorated for the final push.
As the race heats up, West Orange County is in for a politically charged fall season. Stay tuned—this race is far from over!
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