Josh Kraft Announces Bid to Challenge Boston Mayor Michelle Wu

The nonprofit leader and son of Patriots owner Robert Kraft highlights housing affordability and community engagement as key campaign priorities.

Josh Kraft, a longtime nonprofit leader and son of billionaire Patriots owner Robert Kraft, launched his campaign for Boston mayor, positioning himself as a challenger to incumbent Mayor Michelle Wu.
Kraft criticized Wu's leadership, claiming she has failed to deliver on key promises such as rent control, fare-free public transit, and school improvements, while pledging to address housing affordability and community concerns more effectively.
Despite his family’s wealth and political connections, Kraft emphasized his decades of work in Boston’s underserved neighborhoods and his commitment to listening to all voices in the community.
Kraft's campaign has drawn attention for proposing a pause on bike lane construction and advocating for tax incentives to encourage landlords to cap rent increases, though questions remain about the feasibility of his policies.
The race is expected to hinge on key constituencies, including Boston's Black voters, who could play a decisive role in determining whether Kraft’s message resonates over Wu’s established progressive base.