Solomon Kinloch Jr.

Solomon W. Kinloch Jr. (born July 28, 1973) is an American pastor and political candidate. He is the senior pastor of Triumph Church, a non-denominational megachurch based in Detroit. He was a candidate in the 2025 Detroit mayoral election.

Ministry at Triumph Church In 1998, at the age of 24, Kinloch became the senior pastor of Triumph Church, which had a membership of approximately 44 at the time. Under his leadership, the church experienced significant growth, expanding to multiple campuses across the Detroit metropolitan area and reportedly reaching over 40,000 members.

Political career In February 2025, Kinloch entered electoral politics, announcing a bid for mayor of Detroit in the 2025 election. His campaign kickoff, held at the Fox Theatre on February 19, was reportedly attended by thousands.

His campaign platform included plans to build 10,000 affordable housing units, establish ten new grocery stores to address food deserts, and create a training center for in-demand jobs paying $35 per hour. Kinloch has stated that he intended to continue his pastoral duties if elected mayor.

In May 2025, Kinloch received a significant endorsement from the United Auto Workers (UAW). Kinloch placed second in the August primary election, and advanced to the general election in November, which he lost to Mary Sheffield.

Other affiliations and recognition

Kinloch currently serves on the boards of directors of the Skillman Foundation and the Black Male Educators Alliance of Michigan.

Personal life Kinloch is married to Robin Kemp Kinloch, and they have one son, Kadin Kinloch.

His brother, Jonathan C. Kinloch, serves as a Wayne County Commissioner, and as chair of the 13th Congressional District Democratic Party, which endorsed Solomon Kinloch. His mayoral campaign issued a statement saying in part that "he has discussed it as part of his ministry and used it to help put countless others on the path to redemption."