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June 23, 2026
Maryland Primaries Feature Race to Replace Steny Hoyer
- Rep. Steny Hoyer announced his retirement, triggering a competitive primary race in Maryland's 5th Congressional District.
- State Del. Adrian Boafo, endorsed by Hoyer, leads a field of over 20 Democratic candidates, including notable figures like Rushern Baker and Harry Dunn.
- The primary election will determine the Democratic nominee, who is expected to win the general election in this heavily Democratic district.
2 Sources
- The most costly primaries you've never heard of are raging on D.C.'s doorstepJun 23, 2026 at 12:55 AM · Axios
- Race to replace Hoyer tops Maryland primariesJun 23, 2026 at 9:14 AM · ABC News