Democrat Ousts Republican Mayor in Election Upset
The three-term Republican mayor of Omaha, Nebraska, was ousted by a Democrat in an election upset on Tuesday night.
Douglas County Treasurer John Ewing Jr., a Democrat and former deputy chief of police for Omaha, defeated Republican Mayor Jean Stothert, who was vying for a fourth term. Ewing will become Omaha's first black mayor.
"Tonight, we embark on a new chapter," Ewing told supporters, according to the Nebraska Examiner. "Together we will build an Omaha that offers opportunity for the 'good life' — to everyone."
Why It Matters
The victory shows positive signs for the Democratic Party ahead of future elections, including the November 2026 midterms.
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