Baltimore City & Suburbs of Baltimore County
The 7th Congressional District of Maryland covers most of Baltimore City and portions of Baltimore County. It is a heavily urban district, with roughly 95% urban and 5% rural composition. According to recent data:
- Population: ~757,000 people.
- Median household income: ~$61,623.
- Racial/ethnic composition: Approx. 55% Black/African-American (non-Hispanic), ~29.5% White (non-Hispanic), ~4% Hispanic, ~2.9% Asian.
Welcome to your central resource from MDBayNews for the 2026 election cycle covering MD-7. Here you’ll find comprehensive coverage of the race: candidate filing updates, local issue breakdowns, campaign finance tracking, and voter resources — all tailored to the communities of Baltimore City and County.
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Recent Updates
As Iran’s Supreme Leader Confirmed Dead, Maryland Democrats Stick to Script
With multiple outlets reporting that Iran’s Supreme Leader and senior regime figures were killed in the strikes — and intelligence citing imminent missile threats — Maryland Democrats intensified their constitutional objections. The contrast between global reaction and local rhetoric could not be clearer.
Maryland Delegation Split on State of the Union Night
On February 24, 2026, Maryland’s congressional delegation was split during President Trump’s State of the Union address, with five attending and five boycotting. This division highlighted differing strategies among Democrats about engagement versus protest. The contrast revealed significant philosophical divides in response to the President’s policies, impacting Maryland voters’ perspectives.
Maryland’s 7th District: A Crowded Democratic Primary Will Decide the 2026 Election
Maryland’s 7th Congressional District, a heavily Democratic area, is poised for a significant 2026 primary, with incumbent Kweisi Mfume facing strong challenger Mark S. Conway Jr. Conway’s campaign emphasizes new leadership and accountability amid Baltimore’s ongoing issues. Multiple Democratic candidates and a symbolic Republican presence add complexity to the race, highlighting the need for effective…
Baltimore Councilman Mark Conway Enters Crowded Democratic Primary for Congress in MD-7
Baltimore City Councilman Mark Conway has entered the race for Maryland’s 7th Congressional District, challenging incumbent Kweisi Mfume. He emphasizes urgent policy areas like opioid response, energy affordability, and housing. As a newer voice, Conway aims to connect local governance to national issues while advocating against major campaign contributions. The primary occurs June 23, 2026.
Maryland’s Congressional Delegation: Tax-and-Spend Politics at Home, Blame Games in Washington
Maryland Democrats blame Republicans for the federal government shutdown, labeling it a “manufactured crisis.” Despite their emotional appeals about furloughs and economic pain, they overlook that Senate Democrats are blocking a House resolution to reopen the government. Their longstanding policies have tied Maryland’s economy to federal dependence, leading to current issues.