Adrian Boafo wins Democratic nomination for Maryland's 5th congressional district, AP Projects
Boafo, backed by Hoyer and Gov. Wes Moore, defeated 23 rivals as outside spending topped $1 million.
- On Tuesday, Maryland delegate Adrian Boafo won the Democratic primary for the 5th District, defeating 24 candidates to succeed retiring Rep. Steny Hoyer.
- Supported by endorsements from Hoyer and Gov. Wes Moore, Boafo's victory signals voter preference for the incumbent's pragmatic political style over more progressive challengers.
- Boafo's campaign received substantial support from tech firms, the cryptocurrency industry, and The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which spent more than $1 million backing him.
- Because the 5th District is considered solidly Democratic, Boafo is expected to win the general election in November, facing the Republican primary winner.
- Boafo's nomination marks a generational transition for the seat held by Hoyer since 1981, following a primary that included former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn and former Prince George executive Rushern Baker.
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Adrian Boafo wins Democratic nomination in Maryland’s 5th District
Prince George’s County Del. Adrian Boafo secured the Democratic nomination for Maryland’s 5th Congressional District on Tuesday, emerging from a crowded field of 23 candidates in the race to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer. Boafo, who won his bid…
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