Incumbent
Louisville Mayor Election winner?
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NOV 4, 2026
General Election
Voters choose the office holder.
Overview
Current roleMayor
PartyDemocratic
Age52 years old (Aug 22, 1973)
GenderMale
LocationKentucky
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BackgroundPolitician
EducationUniversity of Michigan (B.S.)
Notable personal detailsCraig Greenberg is an American businessman, attorney, and politician who has served as Mayor of Louisville, Kentucky (Louisville Metro) since January 2, 2023. He previously practiced law in Louisville and co-founded 21c Museum Hotels, later serving as its president and CEO. Greenberg earned a B.S. from the University of Michigan and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. He is married to Rachel, a public school teacher, and they have two children.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
As mayor he has proposed multi-year budgets that prioritize investments in public safety, housing, and economic development while emphasizing no city tax increase. His administration pursues growth and affordable housing initiatives alongside efforts to avoid raising local taxes.
Healthcare
Craig Greenberg supports municipal investments in healthcare access and public-health responses, including funding for community clinics and programs, and has urged the state to fill gaps created by federal cuts to Medicaid. His administration has directed opioid-settlement and budget resources toward public-health priorities and school-based family health center funding.
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Immigration & Border
Craig Greenberg reversed Louisville’s prior sanctuary-city policies in 2025, directing the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections to notify DHS/ICE and comply with immigration detainers (including a 48-hour hold) to avoid federal funding risk. He framed the change as protecting the law‑abiding immigrant community and preserving federal grants while responding to DOJ pressure. These actions emphasize cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and stronger local enforcement measures rather than expanded asylum or regularization policies.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Craig Greenberg has publicly supported abortion access and pledged that, if elected mayor, Louisville police would not be used to enforce a state ban on reproductive healthcare. He said he would use the powers of the mayor’s office to limit the local impact of restrictions on abortion access.
Climate & Energy
Craig Greenberg has elevated sustainability within Louisville government, creating a Mayor’s Office of Sustainability and endorsing city goals for 100% clean energy and net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. His administration has taken actions to staff and fund the sustainability office and advance energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives.
Public Safety & Guns
Craig Greenberg has prioritized reducing gun violence through a mix of law enforcement support and regulatory measures — including rendering seized firearms inoperable before auctions, seeking local authority to destroy forfeited weapons, and asking the state legislature for tools such as emergency risk protection orders and waiting-period measures. His budgets and legislative priorities pair investments in police and public-safety programs with gun-violence prevention initiatives.
News
Craig Greenberg is in the news as he seeks reelection in Louisville’s 2026 mayoral race, with scrutiny growing over his police reform record. A recent report says the city has made some progress, including expanded mental health response programs, but still faces delays, use-of-force concerns, and criticism from community advocates. Separately, Louisville is also seeing a major manufacturing boost as GE Appliances shifts some washer production from China to the city, adding to the local economic backdrop around his campaign.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Craig Greenberg for Louisville Mayor Election winner?
Democratic Mayors Association
Advocacy group
Democratic Mayors Association endorsed Craig Greenberg.
Louisville Democratic Party
Public figure
Louisville Democratic Party endorsed Craig Greenberg in the mayoral race.
Andy Beshear
Elected official
Andy Beshear endorsed Craig Greenberg for a second term as Louisville mayor.
Fairness Campaign (C-FAIR)
Political organization
Fairness Campaign (C-FAIR) endorsed Craig Greenberg in its 2026 primary election endorsements.
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