What to expect in Maryland’s state primary on Tuesday
Moore faces a primary challenge as Democrats compete in crowded congressional races and a state comptroller contest with about 228,000 ballots already cast.
- On Tuesday, Maryland voters cast ballots in primary elections for federal, state, and local offices, with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore seeking the Democratic nomination for a second term.
- The 5th Congressional District primary features 24 contenders competing to replace retiring Democratic House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, attracting significant spending and high-profile candidates to the race.
- State Del. Adrian Boafo holds endorsements from Moore and Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, while former U.S. Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn also competes in the crowded field.
- In the 6th Congressional District, Democratic Rep. April McClain Delaney faces a primary challenge from former Rep. David Trone, who lent his campaign $25 million to reclaim the seat.
- State lawmakers are considering mid-decade redistricting that could eliminate Maryland's lone Republican congressional seat by 2028, potentially reshaping future primary contests across the state's eight districts.
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What to expect in Maryland’s state primary on Tuesday
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore seeks the Democratic nomination for a second term in Tuesday’s primary for federal, state and local offices. Among the other top races on the ballot are two Democratic congressional primaries: one where two dozen hopefuls look to succeed a longtime congressional leader and another where a Democratic incumbent faces a tough challenge from her wealthy predecessor. The 2026 midterm contests in Maryland take place under the s…
Marylanders go to the polls for pivotal primaries in governor, congressional races
Maryland voters will cast ballots Tuesday in primary elections, with Gov. Wes Moore seeking a second term in Annapolis and about two dozen candidates vying to replace Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, who is retiring after 45 years in Congress.

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