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Montgomery County Council District 1 Democratic Primary

Election Date:June 23, 2026Register by:June 3, 2026
Current holder:Andrew Friedson(Democratic)

The Montgomery County Council District 1 Democratic Primary is a local election to select the Democratic nominee for the Montgomery County Council seat representing District 1. The winner will advance to the general election in November 2026 to serve a four-year term on the county council, overseeing local legislation, budgeting, and constituent services for communities including Gaithersburg, Germantown, and parts of Rockville.

About This Race

The Montgomery County Council District 1 Democratic Primary is a local election to select the Democratic nominee for the Montgomery County Council seat representing District 1. The winner will advance to the general election in November 2026 to serve a four-year term on the county council, overseeing local legislation, budgeting, and constituent services for communities including Gaithersburg, Germantown, and parts of Rockville.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
June 23, 2026
Registration Deadline
June 3, 2026
Early Voting Starts
June 11, 2026
Early Voting Ends
June 19, 2026

How to Vote

Maryland residents can register to vote online through the Maryland State Board of Elections website, by mail, or in person at designated locations. Early voting is available from June 11 to June 19, 2026, and election day voting occurs on June 23, 2026; voters must present a valid ID if registering on election day or if it's their first time voting in Maryland.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Andrew Friedson

Montgomery County Council District 1

Biography

Incumbent councilmember Andrew Friedson is seeking re-election, having served on the Montgomery County Council since 2018. A former small business owner and education advocate, Friedson highlights his record on public safety, school funding, and smart growth as reasons for his re-election bid.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Seth Grimes

Montgomery County Council District 1

Biography

Seth Grimes is a technology analyst and community organizer running to unseat the incumbent, emphasizing transparency, affordable housing, and climate resilience. He has worked with local nonprofits and neighborhood associations to address broadband access and environmental justice in upcounty communities.

Campaign Website

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