Prince George’s County voters went to the polls this week to help determine the future leadership of the county, state, and region. While election results remain unofficial until certified, several races have produced clear winners who are now expected to advance to the general election in November.
Wes Moore Wins Democratic Nomination for Governor
Governor Wes Moore won the Democratic primary for Governor, securing renomination as he seeks a second term. Moore, who was elected Maryland’s first Black governor in 2022, remains a dominant figure in Maryland politics and enters the general election as a strong contender. (AP News)
Aisha Braveboy Wins Democratic Nomination for County Executive
County Executive Aisha Braveboy won the Democratic primary for County Executive with a commanding lead over her opponents. Braveboy, who was appointed County Executive following Angela Alsobrooks’ election to the U.S. Senate and later won the special election, will now seek a full term in office. (The Washington Post)
Her campaign focused on public safety, economic development, housing, education, and strengthening county services.
Tara Jackson Leads State’s Attorney Race
In one of the county’s most closely watched contests, Acting State’s Attorney Tara Jackson emerged as the leading candidate in the Democratic primary for State’s Attorney.
Jackson held a significant lead over County Council Member Wanika Fisher and former prosecutor Karen Piper Mitchell. The race centered on public safety, juvenile crime, victim services, and criminal justice reform. (The Washington Post)
Michelle García Wins County Council District 1 Primary
The County Council District 1 race drew significant interest across northern Prince George’s County, including College Park, Beltsville, Laurel, and surrounding communities.
With longtime Council Member Tom Dernoga term-limited, voters selected Michelle García as the Democratic nominee. García, who currently serves as Dernoga’s Chief of Staff, defeated Martin Mitchell and Darwin Romero.
Eric Olson Wins County Council District 3 Primary
In County Council District 3, voters selected Eric Olson as the Democratic nominee, in an uncontested race.
Glenn Ivey Wins Democratic Primary in Congressional District 4
Congressman Glenn Ivey won renomination in Maryland’s 4th Congressional District, which includes much of Prince George’s County.
Ivey secured a decisive victory and is expected to be strongly favored in the general election.
Adrian Boafo Wins Democratic Primary in Congressional District 5
One of Maryland’s most competitive congressional races was in the 5th Congressional District, where voters selected a successor to longtime Congressman Steny Hoyer.
According to unofficial election results, State Delegate Adrian Boafo emerged as the Democratic nominee after defeating a crowded field that included former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and businesswoman Quincy Bareebe.
The race attracted considerable attention throughout Maryland. During the campaign, Boafo faced criticism from opponents regarding large independent expenditures and outside spending by groups supporting his candidacy, including more than $1 million spent by outside organizations backing his campaign. Despite those concerns becoming a major topic of debate, voters ultimately selected Boafo as the Democratic nominee. (AP News)
Boafo will now advance to the general election in November.
Looking Ahead
The primary election marks an important step in the democratic process, but the campaign season is far from over. The winning candidates will now prepare for the November general election, where voters will make their final decisions on county, state, and federal representation.
I would like to congratulate all the candidates who stepped forward to serve our communities and thank the residents, election workers, volunteers, and campaign staff who helped make this election possible.