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A nonpartisan mayoral primary in Detroit narrows the field to two candidates, marking a significant milestone with the first female finalist in decades. The election occurs amid ongoing urban transformation following the city's 2013 bankruptcy, reflecting shifting political dynamics and public priorities in a pivotal period for municipal governance.
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Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch Jr. Advance to Detroit Mayoral General Election
On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, Detroit held its nonpartisan mayoral primary election. According to unofficial city election results reported early Wednesday morning, Mary Sheffield, Detroit City Council President, and Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr., leader of Triumph Church, emerged as the top two candidates among a field of nine. Sheffield secured more than 51% of the vote. This election marks the first time since 1993 that a woman has advanced to the Detroit mayoral general election.
Mary Sheffield has served as the youngest elected member of Detroit's City Council since 2013 and currently serves as its president. In her election night speech, as reported by CBS News, she stated, “Tonight is a turning point. Because tonight Detroit chose experience, Detroit chose integrity and Detroit chose people-centered leadership.”
Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr. leads Triumph Church and entered the race emphasizing a purpose-driven approach to leadership, highlighting skepticism about institutional politicians among residents. On election night, Kinloch was quoted saying, “I didn’t enter this race to chase power. I came to serve with a purpose.”
As a result, Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch Jr. will face each other in the Detroit mayoral general election in November 2025.
Mary Sheffield and Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr. Advance to Detroit Mayoral General Election
City Council President Mary Sheffield and Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr. will compete in the November general election for Detroit's next mayor, according to projections by the Associated Press. This primary took place on Tuesday in Detroit, with results continuing to be tallied as of early Wednesday morning. Sheffield and Kinloch finished as the top two vote-getters among nine candidates in this nonpartisan mayoral primary.
Mary Sheffield led with more than 51% of the vote, according to unofficial city election results. Sheffield holds the distinction of having been the youngest person elected to the Detroit City Council in 2013, and is also the youngest president of the council. In her election night speech, as reported by CBS News, Sheffield stated: "Tonight is a turning point. Because tonight Detroit chose experience, Detroit chose integrity and Detroit chose people-centered leadership."
Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr. is the leader of Triumph Church, a prominent and rapidly growing church in Detroit. Kinloch has positioned himself as a candidate serving the needs of residents who are skeptical of institutional politicians. On election night, Kinloch commented: "I didn’t enter this race to chase power. I came to serve with a purpose."
This marks the first time since 1993 that a woman has advanced to the mayoral general election in Detroit. The two candidates will face off in the general election scheduled for November.
Mary Sheffield Advances to November Detroit Mayoral Election After Leading 2025 Primary
Detroit City Council president Mary Sheffield has advanced to the November mayoral election after leading the field in the August 2025 primary. Nine candidates competed to replace outgoing Mayor Mike Duggan. The primary was held in Detroit, Michigan, and results revealed Sheffield as the top vote-getter in a crowded race. Detroit is holding this mayoral election 12 years after its bankruptcy and during a period of significant change for the city. Specific vote counts, percentages, and other candidates' names are not provided in the available article content. Sheffield’s advancement sets the stage for the November general election, when Detroit residents will choose their next mayor.