Democrat John Ewing Defeats Republican Incumbent Omaha Mayor, Becomes City's First Black Mayor

Democrat John Ewing Jr. defeated incumbent Republican Jean Stothert to become the first Black mayor of Omaha, Nebraska's largest city, ending a long period of Republican leadership. Ewing, the Douglas County treasurer and former deputy police chief, campaigned on local issues such as jobs, public safety, and affordable housing, while also tying Stothert to the Trump administration. Stothert, seeking an unprecedented fourth term, attacked Ewing on transgender issues during the campaign. Though officially a nonpartisan race, both candidates' party affiliations were well known to voters, with Democrats viewing Ewing's victory as a sign of growing strength in Nebraska. The election reflects wider national political dynamics, with Democrats noting this win amid a series of competitive races in traditionally Republican areas. Stothert conceded, acknowledging the strong foundation left for the city, while Ewing pledged to build an Omaha offering opportunity to all residents.