5th District
Coverage of 5th District in the Nexus archive.
- New districts scramble candidate qualifying for Louisiana’s US House races
Louisiana altered its congressional district boundaries after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowed them to eliminate one majority-Black seat. This reworking moved candidates between the 5th and 6th Districts, changing rivalries among those running for the U.S. House.
- Spanberger says Va. Dems can flip at least 4 House seats, but concerned Trump will ‘sow doubt’ in election
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger expressed confidence in flipping four Republican-held U.S. House seats in November and shared concerns about potential election interference from President Donald Trump. She highlighted issues like Trump's tariffs, the war with Iran, and the 'Big Beautiful Bill' as factors influencing voter sentiment in key districts.
- Is this Andy Ogles biggest challenge?
5th District Congressman Andy Ogles is facing a contested primary, marking another challenge in his political career.
- Tennessee redrew its congressional map. Here’s who’s on your primary ballot.
Tennessee lawmakers redrew congressional maps in May, altering primary districts and candidates for the August 6 election. The 4th District now includes part of Davidson County, affecting candidates like Scott DesJarlais, who faces three Republican challengers and Democratic contender Mike Cortese. The 5th District also saw candidate shifts due to redistricting.
- Maryland Democrats choose nominees for US House, including a successor for longtime Rep. Steny Hoyer
Maryland Democrats are selecting U.S. House nominees in key primaries, including a race to replace retiring Rep. Steny Hoyer. The primaries feature multiple candidates with differing platforms, a mail-in ballot error, and debates over Democratic priorities.
- On primary Election Day in Maryland, voters are deciding several highly competitive races
Maryland voters are deciding competitive primary races for governor, congressional seats, and state legislative offices. Gubernatorial candidates include Wes Moore and Eric Felber, while the 6th District congressional race features David Trone and April McClain Delaney. The 5th District faces a crowded field due to Rep. Steny Hoyer's retirement.