JD Vance’s Brother Enters Politics?
In a surprising political development, Cory Bowman — a Christian pastor, small business owner, and half-brother to Vice President JD Vance — has officially advanced to the general election in the race for mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Despite the city’s decades-long grip by Democrat leadership, Bowman secured enough votes in Tuesday’s top-two nonpartisan primary to move forward — setting up a David-versus-Goliath showdown against left-wing incumbent Mayor Aftab Pureval.
Faith, Family, and Freedom: A New Voice for Cincinnati
Bowman, who owns a local coffee shop and leads a community church, represents what many see as a return to faith-based, America-first leadership. He earned 12.9% of the vote, beating out fellow Republican Brian Frank and securing second place on the November ballot. Mayor Pureval dominated with 82.5%, while Frank trailed at 4.6%.
Under Cincinnati’s election rules, party affiliation takes a back seat — and the top two candidates, regardless of political party, face off in November. This opens the door for independent-minded conservatives to appeal directly to voters fed up with crime, inflation, and big-government overreach.
JD Vance: “He’s a Good Man with a Heart for Service”
Vice President Vance publicly backed his half-brother on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “He’s a good guy with a heart for serving his community.” The post quickly gained traction among conservative influencers and grassroots activists.
Bowman told The Cincinnati Enquirer that Vance inspired him to run. “I talked to him during the early days of this journey. He encouraged me to step up — not for politics, but for people.”
Democrat Machine Faces Conservative Challenge
Cincinnati hasn’t had a Republican mayor in over 50 years — a fact not lost on Bowman, who calls the moment a “turning point” for ordinary citizens to reclaim their city.
Pureval, a staunch liberal who took office in 2022, is seen as the heavy favorite. But concerns over rising crime, out-of-control spending, and soft-on-crime policies have left many voters hungry for change.
Bowman says he’s ready for the uphill climb.
“This campaign isn’t about politics — it’s about restoring common sense, Christian values, and accountable leadership,” Bowman said during a Tuesday night event.
The Stakes in November: Will Voters Reject the Left-Wing Agenda?
This November, Cincinnati voters will decide whether to continue down the path of progressive policies, or turn toward a conservative, community-based leader who believes in faith, family, and fiscal responsibility.
For conservatives across the country, this race is shaping up to be a litmus test for whether America’s heartland is ready to rise up and push back against the liberal status quo.
