Dr. Oye began engaging in neighborhood politics and successfully ran for and was elected Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner for his community. As Commissioner, Dr. Oye planted his flag in the fight for DC statehood. Upon his Nov. 2020 Election victory, Dr. Oye became the first Nigerian-American elected to federal office. Now as U.S. Representative, his primary focuses include improving health care, DC statehood, immigration reform and income equality. As Representative, Dr. Oye collaborates with non-profit organizations to bring resources to the most marginalized communities in the District and uses his platform to increase the involvement of young people.