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Elections
Maryland Holds 2026 House Elections
PN Team • 2 days ago
Maryland voters are choosing all eight U.S. House members, with Democrats currently holding seven of eight seats. A ballot referendum could clear the way for Democrats to redraw the congressional map next cycle after a redistricting push backed by Gov. Wes Moore stalled in the state Senate. Longtime Rep. Steny Hoyer, former House majority leader, is retiring after 23 terms; Democrat Adrian Boafo, his endorsed successor, faces Republican Chris Chaffee in the safely blue southern Maryland district. The marquee race is the Eastern Shore's 1st District, where Freedom Caucus chair Rep. Andy Harris (R) faces Democrat Dan Schwartz amid talk of a possible Democratic wave. Polls close at 8 p.m. EST.
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Sentiment
- Wes Moore His redistricting push is noted as having stalled, a mild setback.
- Democratic Party (United States) Described as holding most Maryland seats and positioned for a possible redistricting advantage and wave.
- Maryland Setting for a factual election report with no clear praise or blame.
- Republican Party (United States) Mentioned neutrally as fielding candidates in competitive and safe districts.
- United States House of Representatives Factual context about seat composition in the chamber.