Jasmine Harris Announces 2025 Omaha Mayoral Run

Jasmine Harris, a nonprofit executive and director of public policy at RISE, announced her candidacy for Omaha mayor in 2025, aiming to improve on her narrow loss in 2021. She emphasizes a vision for a safer and healthier city, focusing on public safety, affordable housing, and equitable economic development. Harris criticized the current administration's prioritization of developers over community needs, citing stalled projects like the redevelopment of Crossroads Mall. She is the third declared candidate in the nonpartisan race, joining incumbent Mayor Jean Stothert and Douglas County Treasurer John Ewing. Harris aims to advocate for government transparency and ensure tax dollars are used effectively for all residents. With support from local lawmakers, she seeks to engage voters on issues that directly impact their daily lives.