CINCINNATI — It was a Democrat sweep in Cincinnati on Tuesday night as Mayor Aftab Pureval trounced challenger Cory Bowman, and all Democratic Party-endorsed candidates won in a crowded city council race.

The news isn't shocking to Cincinnati residents, as Dems have long had an advantage in the city. However, the introduction of familiar faces like Liz Keating and Christopher Smitherman, as well as controversy surrounding public safety and violent crime, led to questions about just how strong the hold is.

In the mayoral race, Pureval won with just over 78% of the vote per the Hamilton County Board of Elections' unofficial results. Bowman, the brother of Vice President JD Vance, had around 22%.

Aftab Pureval wins reelection, beating challenger Cory Bowman in Cincinnati mayoral race

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