Aaron at a Save Split Oak press conference, making the case before the cameras.
Orlando VoyagerJune 16, 2026
Hidden Gems: Meet Aaron Lewis of Framily Support Network Inc.
In this Hidden Gems interview, Aaron shares his story in his own words — growing up in Orlando, the Army service that shaped him, and the losses and recovery that pushed him toward public service. He talks about co-founding the Framily Support Network to help people through homelessness, domestic violence, and other crises, and why he is now running for Orange County District 7 Commissioner.
Orange County Races Set After Qualifying Ends, and There Are Some Familiar Faces
Florida Politics recaps the Orange County races now set after the candidate qualifying period closed. Thirteen candidates qualified for the first-ever District 7 commission seat — a crowded field that includes Aaron.
Petition Accomplished: Here Are the 2026 Candidates Who Qualified for the Ballot by Petition
Aaron is one of the 2026 candidates who made the ballot by petition. That shows strong grassroots support going into the Orange County Commissioner District 7 race.
Commentary: Local School Closures Signal Big Trouble in Orange County
An Orlando Sentinel opinion piece about the wave of school closures across Orange County. It looks at what these closures mean for the community and why we need local leaders who answer to the people.
Watermark Out NewsMarch 23, 2026· By Bellanee Plaza
Gay, Black Veteran Launches Historic Bid for Orange County Commission
Aaron is an Army veteran and president of the Framily Support Network. He is running for Orange County Commission District 7. If he wins, he would be the first openly gay person elected to the commission. His plan covers affordable housing, better transit, flood protection, and public safety led by the community.
WESH 2 News covered protests in downtown Orlando. Residents and advocates came together to demand accountability for ICE actions and to stand up for immigrant rights in Orange County.
Click Orlando (WKMG)April 26, 2025· By Norine Dworkin
Housing NOW! Rally Protests Ban on Public Sleeping, Camping in Florida
Aaron and the Framily Support Network held a rally at Orlando's Gaston Edwards Park. It was part of a national day of action. They spoke out against more than 150 laws that let police arrest homeless people for sleeping or camping in public. They called for truly affordable housing for the lowest-income renters.
