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Maryland State House District 28 race preview

Elections and voting

Three Democratic incumbents are running in the contested District 28 State House general election on Nov. 3, 2026.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskOct 4, 2026

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Who is running for Maryland’s 6th District in 2026

Elections and voting

Eleven candidates, including incumbent April Mcclain Delaney, are in the field ahead of the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskAug 24, 2026

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Who is running in Maryland’s 5th District House race

Elections and voting

Twenty-three candidates are in the MD-5 contest, including Democratic incumbent Steny Hoyer.

The Ballot Maryland DeskAug 23, 2026