Pelosi-backed Democrat loses after $10M flood of crypto, pro-Israel money
Del. Adrian Boafo won the Maryland Democratic primary for Steny Hoyer's seat, defeating Harry Dunn with help from crypto and pro-Israel spending.
TL;DR
- Adrian Boafo won the Democratic primary for former House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer's Maryland seat.
- Boafo's campaign received over $10 million in outside spending from crypto and pro-Israel groups.
- He defeated a field of about 24 candidates, including Harry Dunn, who was supported by Nancy Pelosi.
- Boafo had the backing of Maryland's Democratic establishment, including Gov. Wes Moore and Steny Hoyer.
- The district is heavily Democratic, making Boafo the likely winner in the general election.