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U.S. Representative · Congressional District 5 · Maryland · 2026 Primary
A U.S. Representative serves as your district's voice in Congress, where they vote on federal laws, national budgets, and policies that impact daily life. They are responsible for securing federal funding for local infrastructure and helping residents resolve issues with federal agencies, such as the Social Security Administration or the Department of Veterans Affairs. This office matters because it ensures your community’s specific needs and priorities are represented in the national government.
View all candidates in this raceAdrian Boafo is a Maryland Delegate seeking election as U.S. Representative for the Fifth Congressional District following Steny Hoyer's retirement. Raised in Prince George's County by immigrant parents from Ghana, he previously served on the Bowie City Council and the Maryland House of Delegates where he championed mental health care access and wage theft protections. His campaign focuses on making Maryland affordable for families while safeguarding Social Security and welcoming newcomers. He positions himself as a leader rooted in his community who will stand up against what he describes as a broken Washington under Donald Trump's administration. Boafo emphasizes the need for next-generation leadership to prevent further rigging of the system and ensure public institutions remain fair and accountable.
Sources: Campaign website
"Adrian knows we need leaders who are deeply rooted in the communities they serve, who can be a voice for the true needs of the people."
"His pledge is simple: to make Maryland a place where families can afford to live with dignity, where seniors can count on their Social Security and Medicare, and where newcomers - like his family once was - are welcomed, not feared."
"Donald Trump and his corrupt administration are dragging our government to its breaking point. He knows that to stop Trump we need to elect the next generation of leadership who will prevent him from further rigging the system."
Source: adrianboafo.com
Affordability
Boafo aims to lower the cost of living by raising wages, cutting taxes for working families, and protecting benefits like Social Security and childcare.
“"I'm fighting to lower the cost of living for families across our district who are being squeezed by everyday costs rising faster than their paychecks. That means raising wages, cutting taxes for working families, and making the biggest corporations finally pay their fair share."”
Democracy & Civil Rights
He advocates for ending Citizens United influence, banning stock trading by Congress members, passing the Equality Act, and restoring civil rights protections dismantled by the Trump Administration.
“"I'm fighting back against the Trump Administration's unlawful attacks on our democratic institutions and civil rights and working to put power back where it belongs – with the people."”
Education
Boafo supports improving K-12 public schools by paying teachers more, increasing Title I funding, reforming student loan forgiveness, and investing in HBCUs.
“"If elected, I would continue to be a strong advocate for fair, equitable funding that fosters understanding across diverse backgrounds and helps close achievement gaps between wealthy and low-income districts."”
Energy & Environment
His agenda includes holding utility companies accountable, protecting the Chesapeake Bay, introducing a Climate Superfund for polluters, and expanding clean energy manufacturing.
“"I'm fighting to make Maryland a leader in clean energy, protect the natural resources that define our district, and lower energy costs."”
External coverage notes that the retirement of longtime Maryland Representative Steny Hoyer is opening a seat in the Fifth District for Adrian Boafo. News reports indicate that Hoyer has endorsed his campaign as he joins The Final 5 ahead of the June Democratic primary to discuss major issues with voters.
“"Sponsored legislation to establish a statewide advisory committee to evaluate and improve access to mental health services at Maryland colleges and universities."”
Source“"Cut taxes for working families. Cut taxes for working and middle-class families while closing loopholes that let big corporations and the ultra-wealthy avoid paying their fair share."”
Source“"Ban members of Congress from trading individual stocks to eliminate conflicts of interest."”
Source“"Safeguard Social Security and defend the benefits seniors earned and rely on."”
Source“"He helped provide cleaner water for the city, securing millions in funding to replace deteriorating iron water pipes."”
Source“"Protect our schools and children from gun violence by advancing common-sense gun safety reforms and investing in mental health services for children."”
Source“"His pledge is simple: to make Maryland a place where families can afford to live with dignity, where seniors can count on their Social Security and Medicare."”
Source“"Fully fund Chesapeake Bay restoration and strengthen clean water protections."”
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