Baltimore City Councilman Mark Conway filed paperwork and is considering running against U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume in the 2026 Democratic Primary, according to his spokesperson.

"The mounting cost of politics as usual, especially in the face of growing threats to Baltimore's future, has weighed heavily on Councilman Conway," his spokesperson, Luca Amayo, said. "He is consulting with residents and community leaders as he carefully considers all paths forward to best serve the people of Baltimore."

Conway currently represents Baltimore's 4th District. Mfume represents Maryland's 7th Congressional District, which includes most of Baltimore and some of Baltimore County.

Who is Mark Conway?

Conway was elected to the council in 2020. He serves as Chair of the Baltimore Council's Public Safety a

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