In Cincinnati’s mayoral primary, Cory Bowman, the half-brother of Vice President JD Vance, secured second place, setting the stage for a matchup against incumbent Aftab Pureval in the upcoming general election. Pureval, who won the primary, is a prominent figure in the Democratic Party, having previously served as a special assistant U.S. attorney and Hamilton County clerk. He won the mayoral race in 2021 with nearly 66% of the vote, showcasing his strong support in Ohio’s third-largest city.
Bowman, a political newcomer at 36, founded an evangelical church and owns a coffee shop, marking his entry into politics as motivated by his half-brother’s recent inauguration. Although he lacks prior experience in public office, he aims to focus on improving Cincinnati rather than engaging in national politics. His ability to upset in a predominantly Democratic area would make him another family member of a high-ranking official to serve in office.
Vice President Vance has remained hands-off in the campaign while expressing his support for Bowman, calling him “a good guy with a heart for serving his community.” Voters in Cincinnati also passed State Issue 2, which reinstates funding for local infrastructure projects, which will provide $2.5 billion over the next decade. This election is noteworthy not only for its potential implications for local governance but also for the Vance family’s growing political presence.
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