Ed Gainey
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For the Canadian football player, see Ed Gainey (Canadian football).
Edward C. Gainey (born February 19, 1970) is an American politician who is the 61st mayor of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Previously, he served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 24th district.[1] In November 2021, Gainey became the first African-American to become the mayor of Pittsburgh and assumed office on January 3, 2022.[2]
Quick Facts 61st Mayor of Pittsburgh, Preceded by ...
Ed Gainey | |
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61st Mayor of Pittsburgh | |
Assumed office January 3, 2022 (2022-01-03) | |
Preceded by | Bill Peduto |
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 24th district | |
In office January 1, 2013 (2013-01-01) ā January 3, 2022 (2022-01-03) | |
Preceded by | Joseph Preston Jr. |
Succeeded by | Martell Covington |
Personal details | |
Born | (1970-02-19) February 19, 1970 (age 54) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Michelle Coburn |
Children | 3 |
Education | Morgan State University (BA) |
Website | Campaign website |
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