Key facts
- Maryland voters are participating in primary elections for federal, state, and local offices.
- Governor Wes Moore is seeking the Democratic nomination for a second term.
- Two significant Democratic congressional primaries are on the ballot.
- The state's congressional districts may be redrawn before the 2028 elections.
- Polls close at 8 p.m. ET.
Maryland voters are heading to the polls for primary elections that will determine candidates for federal, state, and local offices. At the top of the ballot, Governor Wes Moore and Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller are seeking the Democratic nomination for a second term, facing a challenge from physician Eric Felber and his running mate LaTrece Hawkins Lytes. The Democratic ticket will then face the winner of a nine-way Republican primary, which includes former state Del. Dan Cox.
Several key congressional races are also on the ballot. In the 5th Congressional District, 24 candidates are vying for the Democratic nomination to replace retiring House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. Among the contenders are former Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker, health care executive Quincy Bareebe, state Del. Adrian Boafo, Councilwoman Wala Blegay, and former U.S. Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn.
In the 6th Congressional District, incumbent U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney faces a strong challenge from former U.S. Rep. David Trone, whom she replaced in the previous election. Trone has personally loaned his campaign $25 million.
The primaries are taking place amid discussions about potential redistricting. State lawmakers have considered redrawing congressional districts, a move that could alter the state's congressional seat balance for the 2028 elections. This consideration comes in response to actions in other states and a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision.
The Associated Press will provide vote results and declare winners in contested primaries. Polls close at 8 p.m. ET. Voters registered with a party can only vote in their party's primary. As of May 31, Maryland had approximately 4.6 million registered voters.