Fitzwater endorses Trone for Congress in Democratic primary

Former Rep. Trone seeks to reclaim 6th District seat from incumbent McClain Delaney

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater has endorsed former U.S. Representative David Trone in his campaign to reclaim Maryland's 6th Congressional District seat from incumbent April McClain Delaney in the upcoming Democratic primary election.

Why it matters

Fitzwater's endorsement provides a significant boost to Trone's campaign as he seeks to regain the seat he previously held. The 6th District race is expected to be highly competitive, with both Trone and McClain Delaney vying for the Democratic nomination.

The details

Trone, a businessman and former one-term congressman, is looking to unseat McClain Delaney, who has held the 6th District seat since 2021. Fitzwater, a prominent Democratic leader in the region, cited Trone's experience and commitment to the district as key factors in her decision to endorse his campaign.

  • The Democratic primary election in Maryland's 6th Congressional District is scheduled for June 2026.

The players

Jessica Fitzwater

The current Frederick County Executive, a prominent Democratic leader in the region.

David Trone

A former one-term U.S. Representative who is seeking to reclaim Maryland's 6th Congressional District seat.

April McClain Delaney

The incumbent U.S. Representative for Maryland's 6th Congressional District, who is seeking re-election.

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What’s next

The Democratic primary election in Maryland's 6th Congressional District is scheduled for June 2026, where Trone and McClain Delaney will face off for the party's nomination.

The takeaway

The endorsement of Fitzwater, a prominent local Democratic leader, highlights the competitive nature of the 6th District race and the high stakes for both Trone and McClain Delaney as they vie for the party's nomination.