Joseph Gomes

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Joseph Gomes

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MD-04 Democratic nominee?

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JUN 24, 2026

Primary Election

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Overview

Current roleSocial worker

PartyDemocratic

Political ideologyMainstream Democrat

LocationMaryland

BackgroundSocial worker

EducationUniversity of Dhaka — Bachelor of Commerce (1990)

Notable personal detailsJoseph Gomes is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Maryland's 4th Congressional District and previously ran for the seat in 2024. He describes himself as a social worker and longtime Prince George’s County resident, and has been involved in local civic and community organizations. He has also stated he worked at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in the MICU as an associate beginning in 2004.

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Positions

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Immigration & Border

Joseph Gomes supports humane enforcement of immigration agencies, saying ICE must operate in a disciplined manner and not use inhumane treatment. He describes having experienced life as an immigrant and frames immigration issues in terms of dignity and protection for vulnerable people.

Public Safety & Guns

The candidate emphasizes youth intervention, crime prevention, and community-based social services as primary public-safety strategies. There is no explicit policy statement located on the campaign site or local coverage detailing positions on specific gun measures (for example, background checks, assault-weapons bans, or red-flag laws).

News

AINews Summary

Last updatedJul 15, 2026

Joseph Gomes is in the news as a candidate in the 2026 race for Maryland’s 4th Congressional District. A recent voter guide previewed the primary field and the main issues shaping the contest, including affordability, government accountability, public safety, immigration, and infrastructure. The coverage is part of local election reporting ahead of the June 23 primaries.

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Articles

BSBaltimore Sun2 months ago