We did it. I'm excited and humbled to announce that voters have selected me to serve as the next Pierce County Executive! I simply cannot say thank you enough for all of your love and support that got me across the finish line. All the words of encouragement, donations, doors knocked, and signs waved directly contributed to our victory. Our broad coalition of labor unions, reproductive rights advocates, public safety organizations, small business owners, and elected leaders propelled this campaign to the next level and allowed us to win this incredibly competitive race. I want to express my deepest gratitude to my campaign team, interns, and volunteers for making this possible and a special thank you to my partner, Sean Walker, whose unwavering support helped me persevere through one of the most challenging years of my life. I cannot wait to get to work on behalf of folks all across Pierce County. More than ever, I am ready to fight for everyone to ensure our values are upheld and our freedoms are protected during these challenging times. In the coming years, I will continue to depend on your support to make our shared vision of a better Pierce County for all a reality. Let’s get to work! #Mello4Exec

Thank you Congresswoman @StricklandforWA for joining us today in reminding everyone to #vote. #GOTV #mello4exec

BOO! Extreme anti-choice, anti-gun safety, and anti-environment candidates sure are scary. We need leadership in Pierce County that reflects our shared values. Proud to be endorsed by @ProChoiceWA, @PPAAWest, @WCVoters and Washington Conservation Action. Thank you all for holding elected officials with scary-extreme views accountable! #mello4exec #votebynov5 #experiencematters #keeppierceblue #madeinpiercecountysolutions #keepoutkelly

I was proud to cast my vote for my friend Ryan Mello! #piercecounty #mello4exec #tacoma #waelec

Happy Vote Early Day! Please celebrate by voting early and sharing your support when you do. #Mello4Exec #votebynov5

📰🚨BREAKING NEWS!!🚨📰 I'm honored to have just received @thenewstribune’s sole endorsement for Pierce County Executive. Focusing on real bipartisan solutions to public safety, housing affordability, and good jobs is the way we move forward together. thenewstribune.com/opinion/a… "...Mello’s extensive experience in local government will enable him to provide effective leadership from day one. Voters should elect him to the post... Mello’s service on the Tacoma City Council and Pierce County Council (where he currently serves as chair) gives him a distinct advantage in understanding the day-to-day operations and challenges of county government. His record shows he can build coalitions across party lines, evidenced by endorsements from both Democratic leaders and Republican mayors. His comprehensive approach to county challenges, from public safety to housing affordability, demonstrates the kind of broad thinking needed for this role." #mello4exec #readydayone #votebynov5

No matter our race, gender, or background we all deserve a Pierce County that stands up for our freedoms. Proud to have the endorsement of organizations committed to justice for ALL. Ballots are out TODAY. #mello4exec #keeppierceblue #savethemajority #loveconquershate #keepoutkelly

👩‍⚕️Nurses. 🧑‍🏫Teachers. 🧑‍🔧Electricians. 🧑‍🚒Essential workers. I'm proud to have their union's sole endorsements along with other labor organizations. Good jobs and thriving families are the foundation of a Pierce County that works for everyone. #mello4exec #keeppierceblue #MadeinPierceCountySolutions #LaborMovement #UnionStrong

Leadership on community health means investing in real solutions for safe and healthy neighborhoods for all families. I'm proud to have the sole endorsement of trusted organizations fighting for these values. #mello4exec

Disappointing, but unfortunately not shocking. Kelly Chambers, Dammeier's handpicked successor, will be more of the same inattentiveness and lack of responsiveness to our homelessness crisis. We need a change in leadership in Pierce County. #mello4exec thenewstribune.com/news/loca…

I am so excited to help celebrate the opening of these 256 new homes tomorrow morning in Spanaway - ALL affordable at 60% of the area's median income and more than half of the units are 2 or 3 bedrooms - large enough for growing families. And all PERMANENTLY affordable. We will be doing much more of this as the next Pierce County Executive because housing affordability is key to everyone's prosperity and success. #Mello4Exec

I’m honored to announce Senator @PattyMurray’s endorsement of my campaign for Pierce County Executive. Senator Murray has been a crucial leader for our state, championing funding for early childhood education, supporting military families and veterans, and investing in improving our infrastructure. I am grateful for Senator Murray's support and look forward to continuing our partnership in the fight for a better Pierce County for all! #mello4exec #keeppierceblue

We're not running to be the first out WA executive; we're running to make sure we're not the last. 🏳️‍🌈 Check out and share this interview I did in Out NW that details our vision for a more inclusive and supportive Pierce County where all can thrive. outnw.com/queer-politicians-… #mello4exec #keeppierceblue #dosomething

Proud to have the endorsement of Port of Tacoma Commissioner Don Meyer. The Port is a crucial partner with Pierce County in developing a thriving local economy. 🏗️🚢🚂🚛 #mello4exec #madeinpiercecountysolutions

Truly at a loss for words. Our talented volunteers, staff, and countless supporters are to thank for our strong showing on primary night with 52.4% of the vote. We still have many more votes to count, and still a tough election in November, but I couldn't be more appreciative and humbled by the trust in our vision for Pierce County. I say this with all my heart to each of you: Thank you. ❤️ #Mello4Exec #Grateful

🚨BREAKING NEWS!🚨 Proud to announce we've earned the endorsement of the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorneys Association for the Aug. 6 Primary Election! Bold new solutions to keep our communities safe starts with making sure public safety and justice officials have the resources they need to hold violent offenders accountable and invest in solutions to reduce recidivism. #Mello4Exec

The best part of any campaign is talking directly to voters - listening to what’s on their mind and taking what you hear to mold your ideas, vision and priorities. It’s a big county and I can’t be everywhere despite us trying to be. So, I rely on friends like you to share our message and why you support us to be the next Pierce County Executive. Share our 📺 ad to do just that! 👇🏼#Mello4Exec youtu.be/n03HomMY90M

Please share why IT MATTERS who our next Pierce County Executive is 👇 youtu.be/Ugt8XdZHRFw?si=gIV_… #Mello4Exec

More frequent Sounder trips are essential for our economy, quality of life and access to opportunity. More frequent trips, mid-day trips and extending Sounder train service to DuPont is a key priority under my leadership as the next Pierce County Executive. 🚉 #Mello4Exec

A great morning for a Pancake Breakfast to support the Anderson Island Volunteer Firefighters and then meet some neighbors on Anderson Island. First doors of the season with @JaniHitchen felt really good. #Mello4exec