election 2026

Finn has early lead in Peoria’s mayoral race

Michael Finn and Art Miller are running for mayor of Peoria.

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Peoria City Councilmember Michael Finn has an early lead in Peoria’s mayoral race for the 2026 general election, according to unofficial results.

Finn has 55% with 23,399 votes, and his opponent Art Miller has 45% with 19,018 votes.

Finn is the current Palo Verde District council member and Miller is a former Peoria Police Department chief.

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