LaToya Nkongolo
Maryland State Delegate | District 31 | Project 21 Ambassador
LaToya Nkongolo is a Republican member of the Maryland House of Delegates, a licensed mental health and addictions therapist, and a dedicated community advocate. Her involvement in public service began through grassroots advocacy, where she worked to strengthen families, expand access to mental health services, and address challenges affecting her community.
Appointed to the Maryland House of Delegates on January 10, 2025, Nkongolo quickly earned recognition for her leadership and legislative accomplishments. Her honors include 2025 Legislative Rookie of the Year and 2025 New Leader Honoree by Leadership Anne Arundel. She was also selected as a Maryland State Director for Women in Government, a national organization supporting women in public office.
In 2026, Nkongolo was appointed Deputy Minority Whip on the House Judiciary Committee. Beyond her legislative responsibilities, she hosts a weekly radio program on Radio One and regularly contributes political and public policy commentary to Newsmax.
As a Project 21 Ambassador, Nkongolo brings her experience in mental health, community advocacy, and government to national conversations about individual responsibility, economic opportunity, public policy, and effective leadership.
