2026 Elections · Maryland

Maryland's 1st Congressional District Candidates 2026

See every declared 2026 U.S. House candidate running in this Maryland congressional district, with FEC campaign finance and where they stand on the issues.

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Who is running in Maryland's 1st Congressional District in 2026?

Andrew Harris (Republican) and Daniel Schwartz (Democratic).

Where they stand

Sources under every entry. Sentences are AI-written from the linked source.

Where they differ: Andrew Harris supports lowering corporate taxes and simplifying the tax code to promote job growth and small business development, and he backs securing the border with increased patrols, technology, and physical barriers while voting yea on related immigration acts but nay on a national emergency resolution 1278. Daniel Schwartz advocates raising the federal minimum wage and repealing cuts to social programs to aid working families, and he supports bipartisan immigration reform that protects asylum seekers, secures borders, and holds ICE accountable 39.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 19, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueAndrew HarrisRepublicanDaniel SchwartzDemocratic
Economy & Jobs

Harris supports lowering the corporate tax rate and simplifying the tax code to keep jobs in the U.S. and help small businesses grow, emphasizing a vibrant private sector over government spending.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Harris votes yea on acts supporting capital access, privacy in purchases, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on TRIA reauthorization, KIDS Act, and tech regulatory effectiveness act.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Schwartz advocates raising the federal minimum wage, repealing cuts to social programs, and holding insurance companies accountable to help working families afford everyday costs.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Economy & Jobs: Andrew Harris supports lowering the corporate tax rate and simplifying the tax code to keep jobs in the U.S. and help small businesses grow, emphasizing a vibrant private sector over government spending 1. He voted yea on acts supporting capital access, privacy in purchases, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on TRIA reauthorization, KIDS Act, and tech regulatory effectiveness act 2. Daniel Schwartz advocates raising the federal minimum wage, repealing cuts to social programs, and holding insurance companies accountable to help working families afford everyday costs 3.
Healthcare

Harris supports access to insurance for people with preexisting conditions, purchasing insurance across state lines, and preserving the doctor-patient relationship without government interference.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Harris votes yea on multiple healthcare reauthorization and improvement acts, including rural care and lowering premiums, but nay on SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Schwartz supports protecting and improving the Affordable Care Act, allowing public option plans, funding rural hospitals, and incentivizing healthcare providers to serve Maryland's 1st District.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Healthcare: Andrew Harris supports access to insurance for people with preexisting conditions, purchasing insurance across state lines, and preserving the doctor-patient relationship without government interference 1. He voted yea on multiple healthcare reauthorization and improvement acts, including rural care and lowering premiums, but voted nay on the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act 2. Daniel Schwartz supports protecting and improving the Affordable Care Act, allowing public option plans, funding rural hospitals, and incentivizing healthcare providers to serve Maryland's 1st District 3.
Immigration

Harris supports securing the border through increased border patrol, advanced technology, and physical barriers, and improving visa tracking to reduce illegal immigration and visa overstays.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Harris votes yea on several immigration-related acts including Secure America Act, support for DHS, deporting fraudsters, and stopping illegal entry, but nay on a national emergency resolution.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Schwartz supports passing bipartisan immigration reform that protects asylum seekers, secures borders, holds ICE accountable, and focuses enforcement on criminals.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Immigration: Andrew Harris supports securing the border through increased border patrol, advanced technology, and physical barriers, and improving visa tracking to reduce illegal immigration and visa overstays 1. He voted yea on several immigration-related acts including the Secure America Act, support for DHS, deporting fraudsters, and stopping illegal entry, but voted nay on a national emergency resolution 2. Daniel Schwartz supports passing bipartisan immigration reform that protects asylum seekers, secures borders, holds ICE accountable, and focuses enforcement on criminals 3.
Public Safety & Crime

Harris supports funding law enforcement agencies with federal grants to equip them with technology and equipment, emphasizing support for agencies not in sanctuary jurisdictions.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Harris votes nay on prison staff safety and GUARD Act, but yea on bills protecting privacy in purchases, veterans' 2nd amendment rights, cashless bail reporting, and keeping violent offenders off streets.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Schwartz supports common-sense gun safety measures including universal background checks and closing the boyfriend loophole to protect domestic violence victims.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Andrew Harris supports funding law enforcement agencies with federal grants to equip them with technology and equipment, emphasizing support for agencies not in sanctuary jurisdictions 1. He voted nay on the prison staff safety and GUARD Act, but yea on bills protecting privacy in purchases, veterans' 2nd amendment rights, cashless bail reporting, and keeping violent offenders off streets 2. Daniel Schwartz supports common-sense gun safety measures including universal background checks and closing the boyfriend loophole to protect domestic violence victims 3.
Abortion

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Schwartz supports codifying Roe v. Wade into federal law to ensure women nationwide can access abortion care.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Taxes & Government Spending

Harris advocates for tax code reform to lower corporate taxes and reduce government spending and regulation to promote economic growth.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Harris votes yea on budget and appropriations acts for fiscal years 2027 and beyond, but nay on Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and AGOA Extension Act.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Schwartz supports closing tax loopholes for corporations and billionaires, banning congressional trading of equities, and ending Citizens United to reduce corruption.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Andrew Harris advocates for tax code reform aimed at lowering corporate taxes and reducing government spending and regulation to promote economic growth 1. He voted yea on budget and appropriations acts for fiscal years 2027 and beyond, but voted nay on the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and the AGOA Extension Act 2. Daniel Schwartz supports closing tax loopholes for corporations and billionaires, banning congressional trading of equities, and ending Citizens United to reduce corruption 3.
Energy & Environment

Harris votes yea on disapproval of EPA rule and battlefield protection program, and HEATS Act, but nay on diesel emissions reduction, marine conservation, and consumer fuel choice acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Schwartz supports holding polluters accountable, protecting farmland, expanding broadband, and backing local energy projects like US Wind’s offshore project.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Energy & Environment: Andrew Harris voted in favor of disapproving an EPA rule and a battlefield protection program, as well as the HEATS Act, but voted against diesel emissions reduction, marine conservation, and consumer fuel choice acts 1. Daniel Schwartz supports holding polluters accountable, protecting farmland, expanding broadband, and backing local energy projects such as US Wind’s offshore project 2.
Foreign Policy & Defense

Harris supports strengthening the military and intelligence communities to protect Americans, providing the military with necessary tools, and preserving key defense programs like the A-10 Warthog.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 19, 2026AI-written

Harris votes nay on resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon, but yea on National Defense Authorization and veterans clinic naming bills; one FISA amendment vote is yea but failed.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 15, 2026AI-written

Schwartz opposes deploying troops on American streets and supports accountability for ICE and Border Patrol under police procedures.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Where they differ on Foreign Policy & Defense: Andrew Harris supports strengthening the military and intelligence communities to protect Americans, providing the military with necessary tools, and preserving key defense programs like the A-10 Warthog 1. He voted against resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon, voted for the National Defense Authorization and veterans clinic naming bills, and voted yea on one FISA amendment that failed 2. Daniel Schwartz opposes deploying troops on American streets and supports accountability for ICE and Border Patrol under police procedures 3.

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Economy & Jobs?

Andrew Harris supports lowering the corporate tax rate and simplifying the tax code to keep jobs in the U.S. and help small businesses grow, emphasizing a vibrant private sector over government spending. He voted yea on acts supporting capital access, privacy in purchases, and financial exploitation prevention, but nay on TRIA reauthorization, KIDS Act, and tech regulatory effectiveness act. Daniel Schwartz advocates raising the federal minimum wage, repealing cuts to social programs, and holding insurance companies accountable to help working families afford everyday costs.

How do the candidates differ on Healthcare?

Andrew Harris supports access to insurance for people with preexisting conditions, purchasing insurance across state lines, and preserving the doctor-patient relationship without government interference. He voted yea on multiple healthcare reauthorization and improvement acts, including rural care and lowering premiums, but voted nay on the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act. Daniel Schwartz supports protecting and improving the Affordable Care Act, allowing public option plans, funding rural hospitals, and incentivizing healthcare providers to serve Maryland's 1st District.

How do the candidates differ on Immigration?

Andrew Harris supports securing the border through increased border patrol, advanced technology, and physical barriers, and improving visa tracking to reduce illegal immigration and visa overstays. He voted yea on several immigration-related acts including the Secure America Act, support for DHS, deporting fraudsters, and stopping illegal entry, but voted nay on a national emergency resolution. Daniel Schwartz supports passing bipartisan immigration reform that protects asylum seekers, secures borders, holds ICE accountable, and focuses enforcement on criminals.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Andrew Harris supports funding law enforcement agencies with federal grants to equip them with technology and equipment, emphasizing support for agencies not in sanctuary jurisdictions. He voted nay on the prison staff safety and GUARD Act, but yea on bills protecting privacy in purchases, veterans' 2nd amendment rights, cashless bail reporting, and keeping violent offenders off streets. Daniel Schwartz supports common-sense gun safety measures including universal background checks and closing the boyfriend loophole to protect domestic violence victims.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Andrew Harris advocates for tax code reform aimed at lowering corporate taxes and reducing government spending and regulation to promote economic growth. He voted yea on budget and appropriations acts for fiscal years 2027 and beyond, but voted nay on the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act and the AGOA Extension Act. Daniel Schwartz supports closing tax loopholes for corporations and billionaires, banning congressional trading of equities, and ending Citizens United to reduce corruption.

How do the candidates differ on Energy & Environment?

Andrew Harris voted in favor of disapproving an EPA rule and a battlefield protection program, as well as the HEATS Act, but voted against diesel emissions reduction, marine conservation, and consumer fuel choice acts. Daniel Schwartz supports holding polluters accountable, protecting farmland, expanding broadband, and backing local energy projects such as US Wind’s offshore project.

How do the candidates differ on Foreign Policy & Defense?

Andrew Harris supports strengthening the military and intelligence communities to protect Americans, providing the military with necessary tools, and preserving key defense programs like the A-10 Warthog. He voted against resolutions directing removal of US forces from Iran and Lebanon, voted for the National Defense Authorization and veterans clinic naming bills, and voted yea on one FISA amendment that failed. Daniel Schwartz opposes deploying troops on American streets and supports accountability for ICE and Border Patrol under police procedures.