2015 South Bend mayoral election

The 2015 South Bend mayoral election, held on November 3, 2015, was a pivotal local election in South Bend, Indiana. It featured incumbent Mayor Pete Buttigieg, a member of the Democratic Party, running for re-election against Republican challenger Sean O'Brien. This election took place against a backdrop of urban development initiatives and shifting demographics in the city. Although predominantly focused on local issues, the election garnered attention from international observers due to Buttigieg's later prominence in politics, including his presidential candidacy in 2020. Voter turnout was moderate, with Buttigieg successfully securing a second term, reflecting broader trends of urban electoral dynamics and governance in American cities.