Kyle Becker
From Staff Reports
In Summary:
Kyle Becker, a former Apopka vice mayor and city commissioner, announced his endorsement of Terrell Thomas in the 2026 Orange County clerk of courts race. Becker said Thomas would use technology and strong leadership to improve public access, streamline court processes and increase accountability. Thomas is an active, qualified no-party-affiliation candidate scheduled to compete in the November 3 general election.
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Former Apopka Vice Mayor and City Commissioner Kyle Becker has endorsed Terrell Thomas in the 2026 race for Orange County Clerk of Courts, praising Thomas' plans to modernize court services and expand public access.
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The Thomas campaign announced the endorsement in a statement. Becker described Thomas, a former colleague at the Orange County Clerk of Courts, as a candidate with an “energetic, forward-looking vision” for the office.
“At a time when citizens expect government services to be accessible and transparent, Terrell understands that technology and strong leadership can make the court system work better for everyone,” Becker said.
Becker said Thomas would prioritize expanding online access to court records and resources, streamlining processes and reducing barriers for residents navigating the legal system. He added that modernization should make services easier to use for people regardless of their background, technical experience or circumstances.
The endorsement also highlighted efficiency, accountability and the careful use of technology as central themes of Thomas' campaign.
“His focus is not simply on adopting new technology, but on using it thoughtfully to ensure every resident ... can easily access the information and services they need,” Becker said.
Becker served on the Apopka City Council and held the city's vice mayor position before resigning in April 2024 after moving outside Apopka. In his endorsement, he also identified himself as a former colleague of Thomas at the Orange County Clerk of Courts.
Thomas is a no-party-affiliation candidate for clerk of courts. He is scheduled to advance to the November 3 general election, where he will face the winner of the Democratic primary.
Becker said he believes Thomas has the “vision, integrity and dedication” to lead the office.
“I strongly support his election as the next Orange County Clerk of Courts,” Becker said.
Key Points:
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Former Apopka Vice Mayor and Commissioner Kyle Becker endorsed Terrell Thomas for Orange County clerk of courts.
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Becker and Thomas previously worked at the Orange County Clerk of Courts, according to the endorsement statement.
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Becker cited modernization, online access, efficiency, accountability and reduced barriers as reasons for his support.
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Thomas is listed by Orange County election officials as an active, qualified no-party-affiliation candidate.
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Thomas is scheduled to face the Democratic nominee in the November 3 general election.
