Josh Kraft to Challenge Mayor Michelle Wu in Boston

Josh Kraft, son of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, is preparing to challenge incumbent Mayor Michelle Wu in the upcoming Boston mayoral race. Although Kraft has yet to make an official announcement, sources indicate he plans to declare his candidacy in February. Kraft, who leads the New England Patriots Foundation and has deep ties to Boston's philanthropic community, is seen as a serious contender despite never having held elected office. The race could be challenging for Kraft given Wu's popularity and the historic difficulty of unseating incumbents in Boston. Wu, who recently gave birth, intends to run for a second term without taking maternity leave. The political landscape in Boston will likely focus on Wu's policies and her handling of key issues, as well as Kraft's potential influence as a political newcomer with substantial resources.