
Ellis Colvin
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Maryland
MD-05 Democratic nominee?
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Candidate Overview
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Current roleChief executive officer
PartyDemocratic
LocationMaryland
BackgroundChief executive officer
EducationB.A., Government, Wofford College
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Notable personal detailsEllis D. Colvin is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Maryland’s 5th Congressional District. He has worked in defense and intelligence roles, including at the U.S. Department of Defense and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, and previously served in the U.S. Army. His education includes degrees from Wofford College, Central Michigan University, the National Defense University (Eisenhower School), Hawaii Pacific University, Charleston School of Law, and Capitol Technology University.
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Political Positions
Healthcare
Ellis Colvin has said he will push for expanded public healthcare access so families do not face bankruptcy from medical costs, indicating support for broader government-provided coverage rather than repeal or market-only reforms. He frames healthcare affordability and access as a campaign priority for his run in Maryland's 5th District.
Latest News
Ellis Colvin is in the news because he is running in Maryland’s crowded 5th Congressional District Democratic primary to replace retiring Rep. Steny Hoyer. Recent coverage focused on the primary itself, which drew 24 candidates and was held on June 23, with the general election still ahead. The reporting also places the race in the broader context of Maryland redistricting and other contested congressional primaries in the state.
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