Maryland House Democrat fends off predecessor's comeback bid in primary
Key takeaways
- April Mc Clain Delaney (D-Md.) is projected to fend off a serious challenge from her predecessor, former Rep.
- Trone, the Total Wine & More co-owner, previously represented the district between 2019 and 2025 before making an unsuccessful run for Senate against Sen.
- The primary, one of a handful showcasing former lawmakers making runs for their old districts in Congress, quickly turned ugly between the two, with both pouring millions of their own money into the race.
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April Mc Clain Delaney (D-Md.) is projected to fend off a serious challenge from her predecessor, former Rep. David Trone (D-Md.), in a bitter contest between two wealthy Democrats for a blue-leaning House seat in northwestern Maryland, according to Decision Desk HQ.
Trone, the Total Wine & More co-owner, previously represented the district between 2019 and 2025 before making an unsuccessful run for Senate against Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.).
McClain Delaney, a former Biden administration official, succeeded him in Congress for one term before Trone announced he would be running for his old seat again after losing the Maryland Senate Democratic primary in 2024.