Cincinnati Dem Challenger Accuses Incumbent of 'Genocide'

Damon Lynch IV launches website attacking Rep. Greg Landsman ahead of primary

Apr. 3, 2026 at 5:47am

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Cincinnati Democrat Damon Lynch IV has launched a website calling his primary opponent, Rep. Greg Landsman, 'Genocide Greg' and accusing the incumbent of supporting 'genocide' through his voting record. The heated primary battle comes ahead of the May election.

Why it matters

The intra-party feud highlights growing divisions within the Democratic party, as more progressive challengers take aim at moderate incumbents. The 'genocide' accusation is an especially inflammatory charge that could further polarize the race and Cincinnati politics.

The details

Lynch's website alleges that Landsman, a Cincinnati Democrat, has 'broken with his party on several major votes' and claims the congressman's voting record amounts to 'the damage he's done.' The challenger has not provided specifics to back up the 'genocide' claim.

  • The website was launched on April 3, 2026.
  • The primary election is scheduled for May 2026.

The players

Damon Lynch IV

A Cincinnati Democrat challenging incumbent Rep. Greg Landsman in the May primary election.

Rep. Greg Landsman

The incumbent Democratic congressman from Cincinnati who is being challenged by Damon Lynch IV.

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What they’re saying

“Genocide Greg" has done the damage he's done.”

— Damon Lynch IV, Cincinnati Democratic primary challenger

What’s next

The primary election between Landsman and Lynch is scheduled for May 2026, where voters will decide the Democratic nominee.

The takeaway

This heated primary battle highlights the growing divides within the Democratic party, as more progressive challengers seek to unseat moderate incumbents. The 'genocide' accusation is an inflammatory charge that could further polarize the race and Cincinnati politics.