Cory Bowman, JD Vance's half-brother, lost the mayoral race in Cincinnati to Aftab Pureval. The race was marked by political divisions, with Pureval representing the Democratic Party and Bowman the Republican Party. Despite JD Vance's support, the results were not favorable for Bowman, who finished with only 13% of the vote. This loss has been noted as a significant moment in the political landscape of Cincinnati, reflecting the challenges faced by Republican candidates in the city.