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Montgomery County Council District 1 General Election

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 15, 2026
Current holder:Andrew Friedson(Democratic)

The Montgomery County Council District 1 General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the representative for District 1 on the Montgomery County Council in Maryland. This district includes parts of Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and surrounding areas. Voters will select one candidate to serve a four-year term beginning in December 2026.

About This Race

The Montgomery County Council District 1 General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the representative for District 1 on the Montgomery County Council in Maryland. This district includes parts of Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and surrounding areas. Voters will select one candidate to serve a four-year term beginning in December 2026.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 15, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 26, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 2, 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 October 26 to November 2, 2026, and Election Day voting occurs on November 3, 2026, at assigned polling places. Voters must bring a valid ID if registering for the first time or if required by federal law; otherwise, ID is not required for most voters.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Andrew Friedson

Montgomery County Council District 1

Biography

Andrew Friedson is the incumbent councilmember for District 1, first elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. A former educator and small business advocate, he is running on a record of supporting public safety, smart growth, and environmental sustainability in Bethesda and surrounding communities.

Campaign Website
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Republican

Jason Benetti

Montgomery County Council District 1

Biography

Jason Benetti is a small business owner and longtime resident of Bethesda challenging the incumbent in the 2026 race. He is running on a platform focused on reducing property taxes, improving traffic infrastructure, and increasing government transparency and accountability in Montgomery County.

Campaign Website

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