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Maryland Primary Becomes $32 Million Self-Funded Showdown

6/24/2026

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Trone Delaney Fund

Rep. April McClain Delaney and former Rep. David Trone each spend tens of millions of personal money, raising $34.8 million, $32.8 million (94 %) from personal loans, in the Maryland 6th District Democratic primary.
Rep. April McClain Delaney and former Rep. David Trone loaned $7.4 million and $25 million, respectively, to their campaigns.
Observers dub the race the “$32 Million Primary,” noting it beats the 2024 record by nearly $10 million and signals rise in self-funded campaigns.

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Trone Delaney Fund

Rep. April McClain Delaney and former Rep. David Trone each spend tens of millions of personal money, raising $34.8 million, $32.8 million (94 %) from personal loans, in the Maryland 6th District Democratic primary.
Rep. April McClain Delaney and former Rep. David Trone loaned $7.4 million and $25 million, respectively, to their campaigns.
Observers dub the race the “$32 Million Primary,” noting it beats the 2024 record by nearly $10 million and signals rise in self-funded campaigns.

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