Maryland's 6th Congressional District election, 2026

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Maryland's 6th Congressional District
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Election details
Filing deadline: February 24, 2026
Primary: June 23, 2026 General: November 3, 2026
How to vote
Poll times: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voting in Maryland
Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Solid Democratic DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Democratic Sabato's Crystal Ball: Likely Democratic
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All U.S. House districts, including the 6th Congressional District of Maryland, are holding elections in 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. The primary is June 23, 2026. The filing deadline was February 24, 2026. The outcome of this race will affect the partisan balance of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 120th Congress. All 435 U.S. House districts are up for election.

Currently, Republicans have a 218-214 majority with three vacancies in the chamber. To read more about the U.S. House elections taking place this year, click here. For more information about the primaries in this election, click on the links below:

• Maryland's 6th Congressional District election, 2026 (June 23 Democratic primary)
• Maryland's 6th Congressional District election, 2026 (June 23 Republican primary)

Candidates and election results

General election

The primary will occur on June 23, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.

General election for U.S. House Maryland District 6

Moshe Landman is running in the general election for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Moshe Landman (G)

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Hajra Kirmani (Unaffiliated)
• Chris Hyser (Unaffiliated)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

The following candidates are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on June 23, 2026.

		Candidate
		April McClain-Delaney
		George Gluck
	Submit photo	Alexis Goldstein
	Submit photo	Daniel Krakower
		David Trone
		Ethan Wechtaluk
		Kiambo White
		Altimont Wilks

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

Christopher Burnett, Robin Ficker, Chris Hyser, Neil Parrott, and Mariela Roca are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on June 23, 2026.

		Candidate
		Christopher Burnett
		Robin Ficker
		Chris Hyser
		Neil Parrott
		Mariela Roca

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Candidate profiles

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Moshe Landman

Party: Green Party

Incumbent: No

Submitted Biography:  "Moshe Landman is a Green Party candidate for the U.S. Congress, running in Maryland's 6th Congressional District in 2026. A Maryland native, he holds a B.A. from Yeshiva University, an M.B.A. from George Mason University, and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. He is a licensed attorney (NY State Bar) and has experience in law, finance, and real estate. Landman is the founder of Landman Law, Maryland Metal (a precious metal dealer), and Maryland Medicinals (a holistic wellness company). Inspired by his mother’s environmental activism, his platform focuses on: Achieving net-zero GHG emissions and preserving natural resources. Implementing a universal healthcare system. Significantly cutting military spending. Moving towards 100% employment and creating a fair tax system. He previously ran for the Maryland State Senate in 2022 and Congress in 2024. His campaign is driven by a strong sense of service to improve the lives of Maryland residents and promote fiscal and environmental responsibilit"

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Key Messages

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Net-Zero & Natural Preservation. I will lead the fight against the climate crisis by committing to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, cleaning our polluted mines and brownfields, and preserving 30% of our lands and oceans. Inspired by a lifetime of environmental advocacy, I will implement regenerative agriculture and champion the Green New Deal to ensure a sustainable future for Maryland and the nation.

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Universal Healthcare & End Homelessness. I advocate for implementing a universal healthcare system that will save both over 100,000 lives and $500 billion annually. Furthermore, I am committed to achieving 100% employment and ending homelessness in America. My campaign is driven by a passion to solve personal and communal injustices, ensuring a better quality of life for all residents.

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Fiscal Sanity & Fair Economy. America's $38 trillion debt is unsustainable. I will implement true fiscal responsibility by significantly cutting excessive military spending ($850B+), creating a fair tax system to rebuild the middle class, and turning massive annual deficits into large surpluses. This plan will bring the national debt down to a healthy level and ensure long-term economic stability.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Maryland

Election information in Maryland: June 23, 2026, election.

What is the voter registration deadline?

• In-person: June 23, 2026
• By mail: Postmarked by June 2, 2026
• Online: June 2, 2026

Is absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

N/A

What is the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

• In-person: June 23, 2026
• By mail: Received by June 16, 2026
• Online: June 19, 2026

What is the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

• In-person: June 23, 2026
• By mail: Postmarked by June 23, 2026

Is early voting available to all voters?

Yes

What are the early voting start and end dates?

June 11, 2026 to June 18, 2026

Are all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, is a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When are polls open on Election Day?

7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET)

Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Moshe Landman (G)

Net-Zero & Natural Preservation. I will lead the fight against the climate crisis by committing to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, cleaning our polluted mines and brownfields, and preserving 30% of our lands and oceans. Inspired by a lifetime of environmental advocacy, I will implement regenerative agriculture and champion the Green New Deal to ensure a sustainable future for Maryland and the nation.

Universal Healthcare & End Homelessness. I advocate for implementing a universal healthcare system that will save both over 100,000 lives and $500 billion annually. Furthermore, I am committed to achieving 100% employment and ending homelessness in America. My campaign is driven by a passion to solve personal and communal injustices, ensuring a better quality of life for all residents.

Fiscal Sanity & Fair Economy. America's $38 trillion debt is unsustainable. I will implement true fiscal responsibility by significantly cutting excessive military spending ($850B+), creating a fair tax system to rebuild the middle class, and turning massive annual deficits into large surpluses. This plan will bring the national debt down to a healthy level and ensure long-term economic stability.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Moshe Landman (G)

My strongest passions are Environmental Justice and Sustainability. Inspired by my mother's activism and my studies in environmental law, I am dedicated to implementing the Green New Deal, achieving net-zero emissions, cleaning polluted areas, and preserving 30% of our lands and oceans for nature. I am also deeply committed to Social and Economic Justice, fighting for Universal Healthcare that saves lives and money, and creating a fair economy that ends homelessness, ensures 100% employment, and maintains fiscal responsibility by significantly cutting excessive military spending and reducing the national debt.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Moshe Landman (G)

I look up to and seek to follow the example of individuals who demonstrate extraordinary moral courage, ethical clarity, and dedication to the long-term well-being of the planet and its most vulnerable populations. Specifically, I admire great environmentalists and scientists who sacrifice personal gain to advocate for the truth and safeguard the planet for future generations, whose foresight fuels my commitment to achieving Net-Zero Emissions. I also look up to historical and contemporary social justice advocates who champion the rights of the poor and marginalized, driving my conviction that we must implement Universal Healthcare and end homelessness. Finally, I strive to emulate principled political reformers who prioritize fiscal honesty and public service over special interests, providing the model for my platform of achieving fiscal sanity and eliminating wasteful government spending.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Moshe Landman (G)

The most important characteristics and principles for an elected official revolve around ethics, competence, and service to the public good.

Three core principles are paramount:

Integrity and Accountability: An official must have a strong moral compass, adhere to high ethical standards, and place public service above private gain. This includes transparency in decision-making and being fully accountable to the constituents they represent.

Competence and Judgment: Effective officials must possess a clear understanding of the issues, the ability to be a critical thinker, and the capacity to make sound, informed decisions with a long-term vision. This also includes financial acumen and knowledge of the law.

Servant Leadership and Collaboration: The role requires an official to be accessible, listen carefully to diverse perspectives, and work collaboratively to find principled compromises. They must act solely in the public interest and demonstrate the dedication and drive necessary to move the community forward.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Moshe Landman (G)

The core responsibilities of someone elected to the U.S. House of Representatives are multifaceted, but they can be broken down into three essential pillars that ensure our democracy functions:

Legislation and Oversight: The primary duty is to create, debate, and vote on federal laws and control the nation’s purse through taxation and spending decisions (appropriations). For me, this means championing bills to achieve Universal Healthcare and Net-Zero Emissions, and exercising rigorous oversight to ensure the Executive Branch administers the laws with efficiency and integrity, especially in fiscal matters.

Representation and Advocacy: This is the sacred duty to be the voice of the 6th Congressional District in Washington. I must actively solicit input from all constituents, advocate for the district's unique needs in the national arena, and fight for the principles—like fiscal sanity and environmental protection—that are vital for Maryland's future.

Constituent Service: The office must function as a responsive, effective resource for local residents. This means providing assistance to constituents navigating federal agencies (casework) and securing necessary federal resources and funding for local governments, organizations, and businesses within the district.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Moshe Landman (G)

The legacy I would like to leave is one of transformative change in both our environmental stewardship and our commitment to social justice. I want to be remembered as the representative who helped secure a viable future for generations to come, ensuring Maryland and the nation achieved Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions and preserved 30% of our vital ecosystems. Simultaneously, I want my legacy to be anchored in the successful implementation of a Universal Healthcare System, the end of homelessness, and the establishment of true fiscal sanity in Washington, where massive deficits became surpluses. Ultimately, I aim to leave behind a more accountable government that operates under renewed ethical standards, proving that principled, focused leadership can solve the existential challenges of debt, poverty, and the climate crisis.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Moshe Landman (G)

I remember my grandfather, Jerry Landman, as a delegate in New York and close friend of Mario Cuomo. Jerry Landman was a leader in Brooklyn's Jewish community, focusing on labor rights and unions.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Moshe Landman (G)

I was a software developer at Carney Interactive in Old Town, Arlington, Virginia.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Moshe Landman (G)

The U.S. House of Representatives possesses several unique qualities that define its role and function within the U.S. government. As the chamber designed to be closest to the people, its most distinguishing features are its size and short electoral cycle. With 435 voting members, the House ensures a smaller geographic district and a more direct link between constituents and their representative. The two-year term necessitates constant responsiveness to the immediate will of the public, making it the most politically sensitive body. Furthermore, the House holds the exclusive power to initiate all revenue bills and to impeach federal officials, reflecting its constitutional role as the originating authority for the nation's finances and the ultimate check on executive and judicial power. These qualities make it a dynamic, populist, and uniquely powerful institution focused on immediate public concerns.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Moshe Landman (G)

While previous experience in government or politics can be beneficial because it provides crucial institutional knowledge, an understanding of legislative processes, and established working networks, it is not mandatory and must be balanced against the need for fresh perspectives. Experience from roles like state legislator or staffer allows a representative to be immediately effective, but relying solely on insiders risks creating a careerist culture and detachment from everyday American life. I believe the most effective representation comes from a mix of experienced policy professionals and civic-minded outsiders, such as those with diverse backgrounds in law, business, and community activism, who can bring real-world urgency and innovative solutions to Washington.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Moshe Landman (G)

I perceive the United States' greatest challenges over the next decade to be a confluence of fiscal instability, the accelerating climate crisis, and a complex national security landscape.

Fiscal and Economic Instability: The nation faces an unsustainable $38 trillion national debt fueled by massive deficits and excessive spending. This structural crisis, coupled with persistent inflation, growing income inequality, and the strains on Social Security and Medicare due to an aging population, threatens to gradually erode our economic growth and living standards.

The Accelerating Climate Crisis: This is an existential threat requiring immediate, comprehensive action. The U.S. must transition rapidly to net-zero emissions, invest heavily in clean energy infrastructure, and address the intensifying risks of extreme weather events, which impact food security, physical infrastructure, and human health.

National Security and Governance: The rise of cyber threats to our critical infrastructure (power grid, healthcare, water systems) and the ongoing geopolitical competition with adversaries pose constant external risks. Internally, the high degree of political polarization and the erosion of public trust in democratic institutions represent a fundamental challenge to our ability to govern effectively and solve these pressing problems.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Moshe Landman (G)

I believe the two-year term length for U.S. Representatives has a powerful, necessary function, but it also creates significant drawbacks. The benefit of the short term is immediate accountability, forcing representatives to stay closely attuned to the public's immediate will and ensuring that the House remains the chamber closest to the people. However, the short term is also a major driver of Washington's dysfunction, as it forces members into a near-constant campaign cycle, prioritizing endless fundraising over dedicated governing and long-term policy work. This perpetual campaigning exacerbates the influence of special interests and detracts from the time needed to develop complex legislation, undermining the effectiveness and fiscal sanity I champion; therefore, while I respect the constitutional design, I believe exploring an extension to a three- or four-year term, perhaps coupled with term limits, would be a necessary reform to restore focus on governing.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Moshe Landman (G)

Term limits are a necessary and powerful reform to dismantle the culture of careerism and entrenched special interest influence in Washington.

I support term limits for Congress because they:

Restore Competition: They break the incumbency advantage, allowing new candidates with real-world experience to run and encouraging greater citizen participation.

Force Accountability: Knowing their time is limited, members would focus less on endless fundraising and more on creating effective, long-term policy solutions. This directly supports my goal of achieving fiscal sanity by cutting wasteful spending.

Reduce Corruption: They help sever the "revolving door" between Congress and lobbying firms.

While we must address the concern of losing institutional expertise, the benefits of injecting new perspectives and demanding greater accountability are essential for fixing our failed political system.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Moshe Landman (G)

There is not one single representative, past or present, whom I model myself after, but rather I seek to embody the best qualities found in the most effective and principled leaders, particularly those focused on fiscal and environmental responsibility. I would draw upon the courage and ethical clarity of figures who prioritized their conscience and the long-term health of the nation over political expediency. Furthermore, I would emulate legislators known for their fiscal discipline and meticulous attention to detail in budget matters, using their expertise to responsibly manage the nation's finances—a commitment central to my own platform of achieving fiscal sanity and cutting wasteful spending. Ultimately, the model I strive for is an official who combines integrity and accountability with deep policy competence and an unwavering commitment to the greater public good, particularly in addressing existential threats like the climate crisis.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Moshe Landman (G)

While my campaign website does not publicly detail one single, specific personal story, the most impactful stories I consistently hear from the residents of the 6th District revolve around the crushing burden of healthcare costs and the personal tragedy of economic insecurity. These are the accounts of hardworking families being financially ruined by a single unexpected illness, or individuals being left behind by an economic system that tolerates high rates of poverty and homelessness, which confirms my resolve to implement a Universal Healthcare System and a fair economy that achieves 100% employment. Equally memorable are the stories of environmental degradation affecting the lives and health of our communities, which are the direct fuel for my campaign’s top priority of achieving Net-Zero Emissions and protecting our state's natural resources.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Moshe Landman (G)

Compromise is absolutely necessary and desirable for effective policymaking in the United States, as the constitutional system of checks and balances is intentionally designed to force consensus among diverse interests and branches of government. It is the engine that prevents governmental gridlock, ensuring that final policy outcomes, whether on complex issues like achieving Net-Zero Emissions or implementing Universal Healthcare, are stable, broadly acceptable, and built upon the needs of a wider range of constituents rather than just a narrow, partisan majority. While compromise requires sacrificing some ideal positions, it is vital for achieving durable legislation, mitigating political extremes, and ensuring the timely passage of budgets and appropriations to maintain fiscal sanity and avoid government paralysis.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Moshe Landman (G)

The House's exclusive power to initiate all bills for raising revenue—the power of the purse—is the most critical tool for implementing my priorities and is the core mechanism of legislative control. If elected, I would use this power aggressively to directly advance my fiscal, environmental, and social goals. Specifically, this means initiating legislation to create a fairer tax system that rebuilds the middle class and generates the revenue necessary to turn massive deficits into surpluses, thereby achieving fiscal sanity and reducing the $38 trillion national debt. Furthermore, this revenue power would be vital to funding a Universal Healthcare System and supporting the massive public and private investment required to execute the Green New Deal and reach Net-Zero Emissions, ensuring that our national budget reflects our environmental and social values rather than wasteful military spending.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Moshe Landman (G)

The U.S. House should use its investigative powers principally as a tool of legislative function and true oversight, not as a means for partisan political theater. The core constitutional purpose is two-fold: first, to inform legislation—gathering facts necessary to craft new, effective laws, such as investigating the pharmaceutical industry to design a Universal Healthcare System or studying pollution sources to achieve Net-Zero Emissions. Second, to conduct vigilant oversight of the Executive Branch to identify waste, fraud, and abuse; ensure agencies are complying with existing law; and hold officials accountable, which is essential for achieving the fiscal sanity I champion. Investigations must be fact-based, fair, and focused on issues within Congress's legal jurisdiction, avoiding the trap of "exposure for the sake of exposure" to restore public trust in the integrity of the process.

What role should the United States government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence?

Moshe Landman (G)

The United States government must adopt a balanced, dual role in the development and use of artificial intelligence, prioritizing both innovation and accountability. First, the government must act as a strategic accelerator and investor, marshalling national resources, data, and supercomputing power—like through the recently announced Genesis Mission—to drive research and development, ensuring U.S. global dominance in this technology, which is a matter of national and economic security. Second, and critically, the government must be an effective regulator and safety guarantor, establishing a clear, unified federal standard to govern the technology. This is essential to prevent a chaotic patchwork of 50 state regulations that could stifle innovation, while simultaneously creating necessary guardrails to mitigate serious risks, protect consumers from algorithmic bias and fraud, safeguard American jobs, and ensure this transformative technology serves the public interest.

What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?

Moshe Landman (G)

My primary legislative focus on election administration would be to enact comprehensive Campaign Finance Reform to eliminate the corrosive influence of corporate money on politics, making Congress accountable to constituents rather than special interests. Furthermore, I would support legislation to strengthen voter access and fairness by implementing automatic voter registration, ensuring adequate funding for secure and transparent election systems nationwide, and ending the practice of partisan gerrymandering. Finally, to ensure every vote truly counts and to foster competitive elections that allow more than two parties to thrive—a cornerstone of Green Party values—I would advocate for the implementation of Ranked-Choice Voting (RCV) in federal elections, thereby increasing democratic representation and reducing political polarization.

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
April McClain-Delaney	Democratic Party	$1,327,253	$517,025	$823,107	As of December 31, 2025
George Gluck	Democratic Party	$5	$0	$5	As of March 31, 2025
Alexis Goldstein	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Daniel Krakower	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
David Trone	Democratic Party	$6,010,148	$2,383,972	$3,630,017	As of December 31, 2025
Ethan Wechtaluk	Democratic Party	$6,601	$6,100	$-24	As of December 31, 2025
Kiambo White	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Altimont Wilks	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Christopher Burnett	Republican Party	$60,375	$28,419	$25,086	As of December 31, 2025
Robin Ficker	Republican Party	$221,679	$221,571	$108	As of December 31, 2025
Chris Hyser	Republican Party	$0	$128,203	$0	As of December 31, 2025
Neil Parrott	Republican Party	$20,003	$16,296	$8,322	As of December 31, 2025
Mariela Roca	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	As of December 31, 2025
Moshe Landman	Green Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election. *** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

• Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
• Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
• Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.
• Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.

Race ratings: Maryland's 6th Congressional District election, 2026
Race tracker	Race ratings
	3/17/2026	3/10/2026	3/3/2026	2/24/2026
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Pending	Pending	Pending	Pending
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Likely Democratic	Likely Democratic	Likely Democratic	Likely Democratic
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Maryland in the 2026 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Maryland, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2026
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Maryland	U.S. House	Ballot-qualified party	1% of the eligible voters for the district	$100	2/24/2026	Source
Maryland	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	10,000	$100	8/3/2026	Source

District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2020.

• 2024
• 2022
• 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Maryland District 6

April McClain-Delaney (D) defeated Neil Parrott (R) in the general election for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		April McClain-Delaney (D)	53.0	199,788
		Neil Parrott (R)	46.7	175,974
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2%	862

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 376,624
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Moshe Landman (G)
• Jason Johnson (Unaffiliated)

Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on May 14, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		April McClain-Delaney	40.4	22,985
		Joe Vogel	26.2	14,940
		Ashwani Jain	8.3	4,750
		Tekesha Martinez	7.0	3,992
		Lesley Lopez	4.6	2,600
		Laurie-Anne Sayles	3.2	1,845
		Destiny Drake West	1.9	1,086
		Mohammad Mozumder	1.8	1,005
		Joel Rubin	1.4	820
		Peter Choharis	1.4	818
		Geoffrey Grammer	1.1	651
		George Gluck	0.8	437
		Kiambo White	0.7	401
		Stephen McDow	0.4	246
		Altimont Wilks	0.3	179
		Adrian Petrus	0.3	166

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 56,921
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Mia Mason (D)

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on May 14, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Neil Parrott	45.9	22,604
		Dan Cox	30.1	14,797
		Mariela Roca	12.3	6,071
		Tom Royals	4.2	2,060
		Chris Hyser	3.3	1,625
		Brenda Thiam	3.3	1,607
		Todd Puglisi	0.9	446

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 49,210
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Heath Barnes (R)

General election

General election for U.S. House Maryland District 6

Incumbent David Trone (D) defeated Neil Parrott (R) in the general election for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		David Trone (D)	54.7	140,295
		Neil Parrott (R)	45.2	115,771
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1%	332

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 256,398
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• David August (Independent)

Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

Incumbent David Trone (D) defeated Ben Smilowitz (D) and George Gluck (D) in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on July 19, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		David Trone	79.0	44,370
		Ben Smilowitz	16.0	8,995
		George Gluck	5.0	2,789

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 56,154
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Carleah Summers (D)
• Heba Zayas (D)

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on July 19, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Neil Parrott	62.6	31,665
		Matthew Foldi	14.8	7,497
		Mariela Roca	7.6	3,858
		Colt Black	7.5	3,789
		Jonathan Jenkins	6.7	3,406
		Robert Poissonnier	0.8	400

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 50,615
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General election

General election for U.S. House Maryland District 6

Incumbent David Trone (D) defeated Neil Parrott (R), George Gluck (G), and Jason Herrick (Independent) in the general election for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		David Trone (D)	58.8	215,540
		Neil Parrott (R)	39.2	143,599
		George Gluck (G)	1.9	6,893
	Submit photo	Jason Herrick (Independent) (Write-in)	0.0	46
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1%	356

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 366,434
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Peter James (Independent)

Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

Incumbent David Trone (D) defeated Maxwell Bero (D) in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on June 2, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		David Trone	72.4	65,655
		Maxwell Bero	27.6	25,037

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 90,692
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Preeti Jayant Panchal (D)

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6

Neil Parrott (R) defeated Kevin Caldwell (R) and Chris Meyyur (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Maryland District 6 on June 2, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Neil Parrott	65.2	28,804
		Kevin Caldwell	25.5	11,258
		Chris Meyyur	9.3	4,113

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 44,175
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District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2026 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

Below is the district map in place for this election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2026

Information about competitiveness will be added here as it becomes available.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2026 elections, based on results from the 2024 and 2020 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district is D+3. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 3 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made Maryland's 6th the 177th most Democratic district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2024 presidential election was in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by The Downballot.

2024 presidential results in Maryland's 6th Congressional District

Kamala Harris	Donald Trump
52.0%	46.0%

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Maryland, 2024

Maryland presidential election results (1900-2024)

• 22 Democratic wins
• 10 Republican wins

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020	2024
Winning Party	R	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	D	D	D	R	D	D	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

See also: Party control of Maryland state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Maryland's congressional delegation as of October 2025.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Maryland
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	2	7	9
Republican	0	1	1
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	8	10

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Maryland's top four state executive offices as of October 2025.

State executive officials in Maryland, October 2025

Office	Officeholder
Governor	Wes Moore
Lieutenant Governor	Aruna Miller
Secretary of State	Susan Lee
Attorney General	Anthony Brown

State legislature

Maryland State Senate

Party		As of January 2026
	Democratic Party	34
	Republican Party	13
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		47

Maryland House of Delegates

Party		As of January 2026
	Democratic Party	102
	Republican Party	39
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		141

Trifecta control

Maryland Party Control: 1992-2025
Twenty-two years of Democratic trifectas  •  No Republican trifectas
Scroll left and right on the table below to view more years.

Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24	25
Governor	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D
Senate	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
House	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

See also

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Footnotes

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Maryland's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Angela Alsobrooks (D)

Chris Hollen (D)

Representatives

District 1

Andrew Harris (R)

District 2

John Olszewski (D)

District 3

Sarah Elfreth (D)

District 4

Glenn Ivey (D)

District 5

Steny Hoyer (D)

District 6

April McClain-Delaney (D)

District 7

Kweisi Mfume (D)

District 8

Jamie Raskin (D)

Democratic Party (9)

Republican Party (1)

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