Two wealthy Democrats contend in Maryland. David Trone and April McClain Delaney spent £27 million on advertisements and direct mail. They target each other in the Democratic primary. The primary decides who replaces Steny Hoyer’s U.S. House seat. Both were once friends, say reports. The ad war creates this one of the priciest races in the U.S. Voters in the district will choose their candidate. The race went public on 23 June 2026.
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Two rich Democrats were friends. Now they are spending millions to attack each other. - The Washington Post
Two rich Democrats were friends. Now they are spending millions to attack each other. The Washington Post
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Trone, McClain Delaney face off in $33M Maryland primary today - eciks.org
Trone, McClain Delaney face off in $33M Maryland primary today eciks.org
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Maryland to choose nominees for US House, including Rep. Steny Hoyer's successor - NBC4 Washington
Maryland to choose nominees for US House, including Rep. Steny Hoyer's successor NBC4 Washington
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Incumbent Congresswoman Slams Foe as 'Bored Billionaire' - Newser
Incumbent Congresswoman Slams Foe as 'Bored Billionaire' Newser
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On primary Election Day in Maryland, voters are deciding several highly competitive races - WTOP
On primary Election Day in Maryland, voters are deciding several highly competitive races WTOP