Your simple guide to all 8 Maryland congressional races
Marylanders will elect all eight members of the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.
This page gives you a quick, easy overview of who’s running in each district, what the key issues are, and the latest updates.
MDBayNews covers every race factually, with right-of-center analysis in clearly marked opinion sections.
Maryland’s 8 Congressional Districts
Click any district to view candidates and updates.
MD-1: Eastern Shore & Harford County
- Republican Candidates
- Chris Bruneau
- Democratic Candidates
- Dan Schwartz
- George Walish
- Independent Candidates
MD-2: Baltimore Suburbs
- Republican Candidates
- Democratic Candidates
- Clint Spellman, Jr.
- Independent Candidates
MD-3: Anne Arundel | Howard | Baltimore County
- Republican Candidates
- Berney Flowers
- Democratic Candidates
- Sarah Elfreth
- Independent Candidates
MD-4: Prince George’s County
- Republican Candidates
- George E. McDermott
- Democratic Candidates
- Shavonne N. Hedgepeth
- Jakeya Johnson
- Independent Candidates
MD-5: Southern Maryland | Prince George’s | Anne Arundel
- Republican Candidates
- Bryan DuVal
- Democratic Candidates
- Quincy Bareebe
- Elldwnia English
- Terry Antonio Jackson, 2nd
- Harry Jarin
- Tracy Starr
- Independent Candidates
- Mildred Marie Hall
- Brian S. Jordan
MD-6: Western Maryland | Frederick | Montgomery
- Republican Candidates
- Chris Burnett
- Robin Ficker
- Democratic Candidates
- George Gluck
- Daniel M. Krakower
- April McClain Delaney
- Ethan P. Wechtaluk
- David Trone
- Independent Candidates
- Moshe Y. Landman (Green)
MD-7: Baltimore City | Baltimore County | Howard
- Republican Candidates
- Scott M. Collier
- Democratic Candidates
- Kweisi Mfume
- Independent Candidates
MD-8: Montgomery County
- Republican Candidates
- Democratic Candidates
- Marc Lande
- Independent Candidates
- Nancy Wallace
Key Issues in Maryland’s 2026 House Races
What voters are talking about across the state:
- Crime & public safety
- Taxes, inflation, and cost of living
- Border and immigration policy
- Energy and environmental mandates
- Education and parental rights
- Economic growth and small business
Campaign Updates
If the Preakness Bet Fails, What’s Maryland’s Plan B?
Maryland’s $400 million investment in Pimlico aims to preserve the Preakness but lacks a broader strategic vision for sports. While other events like the CIAA Tournament and Maryland Cycling Classic show economic potential, Maryland should develop diverse sporting identities, including lacrosse and sailing, to enhance its public profile and economy.
The 50 Most Controversial Bills of the 2026 Maryland General Assembly: #10–1
The 2026 Maryland General Assembly session focused heavily on federal immigration enforcement, passing significant legislation including the Community Trust Act and the Utility RELIEF Act. While achieving some reforms, the session raised concerns about its responsiveness to voters’ pressing issues like utility costs and housing shortages. The political implications will emerge in the upcoming elections.
Moore’s Victory Lap Can’t Outrun Maryland’s Fiscal Reality
Governor Wes Moore celebrated passing his four-bill agenda during the Maryland General Assembly session, despite facing a looming structural deficit projected to reach $1.2 billion. Critics argue that his focus on non-urgent legislation obscures pressing fiscal challenges, highlighting concerns over new taxes and ineffective consumer protections. Real economic development remains unaddressed.
Coverage Note
MDBayNews covers all congressional candidates, regardless of party.
All reporting is fact-based.
Editorial opinions are labeled separately.