Eddie Melton | |
|---|---|
 Melton in 2023 | |
| 22nd Mayor of Gary, Indiana | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Jerome Prince |
| Member of the Indiana Senate from the 3rd district | |
| In office November 9, 2016 – December 5, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Earline S. Rogers |
| Succeeded by | David Vinzant |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 26, 1981 Gary, Indiana, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Crystal |
| Residence | Gary, Indiana |
| Alma mater | Calumet College of St. Joseph (BS) |
Eddie Melton (born 1981) [1] is an American politician from the state of Indiana, who was born in the city of Gary and is serving as the 22nd mayor of Gary, Indiana. A member of the Democratic Party, Melton served in the Indiana Senate as the Senator for Indiana Senate District 3. He also serves as Deputy Chair of the Indiana Democratic Party where he has focused on equity and inclusion.