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U.S. House District 5 General Election

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 18, 2026
Current holder:Steny H. Hoyer(Democratic)

The U.S. House District 5 General Election in Maryland will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the representative for Maryland's 5th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district includes parts of Prince George's County and Charles County, and the race will determine who serves in the 119th Congress.

About This Race

The U.S. House District 5 General Election in Maryland will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the representative for Maryland's 5th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district includes parts of Prince George's County and Charles County, and the race will determine who serves in the 119th Congress.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 18, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 25, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 2, 2026

How to Vote

Maryland voters can register online, by mail, or in person at their local board of elections office. Early voting is available from October 25 to November 2, 2026, and voters can also vote by mail by requesting an absentee ballot. Photo ID is not required to vote in Maryland, but first-time voters who registered by mail may need to show identification.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Steny H. Hoyer

U.S. Representative for Maryland's 5th Congressional District

Biography

Steny H. Hoyer is the incumbent U.S. Representative for Maryland's 5th Congressional District, serving since 1981. He is the House Majority Leader and a prominent figure in Democratic leadership, running for re-election to continue his work on economic policy, healthcare, and voting rights.

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Republican

Chris Palombi

U.S. Representative for Maryland's 5th Congressional District

Biography

Chris Palombi is a former U.S. Marine Corps officer and small business owner who ran for Congress in 2020 and 2022. He is seeking to represent Maryland's 5th District with a focus on national security, fiscal responsibility, and supporting veterans and law enforcement.

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