Glenn
F. Ivey
Glenn F. Ivey is the Democratic incumbent U.S. Representative for Maryland's 4th Congressional District, first elected in 2022.
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Background
Glenn F. Ivey is the U.S. Representative for Maryland's 4th Congressional District, first elected in 2022 and serving in the 118th and 119th Congresses. 12 He grew up in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, and Dale City, Virginia, and currently resides in Prince George's County, Maryland. He holds an A.B. from Princeton University (1983, with honors) and a J.D. from Harvard Law School (1986). 12
Before entering Congress, Ivey served as an assistant U.S. attorney in the District of Columbia from 1990 to 1994, was appointed chairman of Maryland's Public Service Commission in 1998, and was elected Prince George's County State's Attorney in 2002, serving two consecutive terms through January 2011. 14
Ivey's legal career has included private practice at several law firms, Capitol Hill staff roles for Rep. John Conyers, Sen. Paul Sarbanes, and Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, and adjunct law teaching at the University of Maryland and Harvard. 14 He is the Democratic incumbent in Maryland's 4th Congressional District for the November 2026 general election. 28
At a glance
- Party
- Democratic · Incumbent
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 4, Maryland
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Current office
- U.S. Representative for Maryland's 4th Congressional District
- Website
- glennivey.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 9newsWTOP voter guide lists Ivey, McDermott, and Husseini as MD-04 general-election candidates; Election Day November 3
WTOP's Maryland voter guide listed Glenn Ivey (D), George McDermott (R), and Sam Husseini (Green) as the District 4 general-election candidates. Early voting is October 22–29 and Election Day is November 3, 2026. Ivey won 88.4% to 11.2% against McDermott in 2024 and is seeking a third term.
Maryland voter guide: Governor, congressional seats and referendums on the ballot – WTOP News · Oct 12, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 6newsIvey interviewed on WHUR radio with general election approaching
WHUR conducted a conversation with Ivey as the general election approached, framing the discussion around national politics and Maryland.
Conversation with Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey - WHUR 96.3 FM · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 1newsIvey comments on Maryland mask ban for federal officers after DOJ lawsuit
After the Justice Department sued Maryland over its restrictions on masks for federal officers, Ivey said he agreed with the state's effort, stating he does not think officers should be out with masks and disputing claims that they faced greater danger than other police.
DOJ sues Maryland over mask ban for federal officers · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 26filingFundraising report: Ivey raised $674,407 since Jan. 1, 2025, with $459,226 cash on hand through June 30
A campaign-race analysis published September 26 reported Ivey's FEC fundraising totals through June 30, 2025: $674,407 raised since January 1, 2025, and $459,226 cash on hand. Opponent George McDermott trailed significantly.
What It Would Take for George McDermott to Win MD-04 in 2026 · Sep 26, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 25newsIvey calls for more congressional action on AI risks in Bloomberg interview
In a Bloomberg interview, Ivey said Congress and the White House should take emerging AI risks more seriously, that some self-policing may be needed until legislation is in place, and that data-center companies should cover their own electricity costs when connecting to the grid.
Ivey Calls for More Congressional Action on AI Risks · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 24newsIvey participates in COG convening of regional U.S. Representatives and local officials
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments convened regional U.S. Representatives, including Ivey, alongside local officials for a regional discussion.
COG convenes region's U.S. Representatives, local officials · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 22newsMaryland delegation presses USDA and USFS to keep Baltimore Urban Forestry Office in Baltimore
Ivey joined delegation members pressing the USDA and U.S. Forest Service to honor their commitment to keep the Baltimore Urban Forestry Office in Baltimore.
Maryland Delegation Members Press USDA, USFS to Make Good on Commitment to Keep Baltimore Urban Forestry Office in Baltimore · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 19newsIvey vows to protect voting rights ahead of 2026 elections
Ivey joined Maryland leaders in vowing to continue protecting voting rights ahead of the upcoming elections, challenging Trump-fueled election fears.
Maryland leaders vow to continue to protect voting rights ahead of elections · Sep 19, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 17newsIvey joins Maryland delegation opposing Trump rollback of Chesapeake Bay restoration coordination
Ivey joined the Maryland congressional delegation in issuing a statement opposing the Trump administration's revocation of an executive order coordinating federal Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts, calling for continued federal partnership.
Maryland Delegation Members’ Statement on Trump Administration Decision Rolling Back Federal Coordination of Chesapeake Bay Restoration · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 17newsMaryland delegation calls for answers following alarming ICE operation in Frederick
Ivey was among Maryland delegation members calling for answers and an investigation following an ICE operation in Frederick, Maryland described as alarming.
Maryland Delegation Members Call for Answers, Investigation Following Alarming ICE Operation in Frederick · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- Democratic Majority for Israel PAC organizationListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- Pro-Israel America organizationListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- The Collective PAC organizationListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- Humane Society Legislative Fund organizationListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- IBEW Local 26 unionListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- REALTORS Political Action Committee (RPAC) organizationListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- Sierra Club organizationListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE) unionListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- Maxine Waters officialListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; capacity (personal or organizational) not specified and no announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- Prince George's County Muslim Council organizationListed as an endorser in a 2026 candidate profile; no independent announcement date available. ivoterguide.com
- IAM Maryland/D.C. State Council unionIAM report states the State Council endorsed Ivey among its 2026 candidates. goiam.org · Aug 6, 2026
- Animal Wellness Action organizationAnnounced endorsement of Ivey in Maryland's 4th District Democratic primary. animalwellnessaction.org · Jun 19, 2026
- American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) unionLargest federal employee union announced endorsement of Ivey for reelection to the U.S. House ahead of the June 23 primary. afge.org · May 27, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $674K
- Spent
- $521K
- Cash on hand
- $459K
As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2MD04232(opens in a new tab)
Sources 24
- [1] Maryland voter guide: Governor, congressional seats and referendums on the ballot – WTOP News(opens in a new tab) Oct 12, 2026
- [2] Conversation with Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey - WHUR 96.3 FM(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [3] DOJ sues Maryland over mask ban for federal officers(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
- [4] What It Would Take for George McDermott to Win MD-04 in 2026(opens in a new tab) Sep 26, 2026
- [5] Ivey Calls for More Congressional Action on AI Risks(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
- [6] COG convenes region's U.S. Representatives, local officials(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
- [7] Maryland Delegation Members Press USDA, USFS to Make Good on Commitment to Keep Baltimore Urban Forestry Office in Baltimore(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [8] Maryland leaders vow to continue to protect voting rights ahead of elections(opens in a new tab) Sep 19, 2026
- [9] Glenn Ivey - Candidate Profile(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
- [10] Maryland Delegation Members Call for Answers, Investigation Following Alarming ICE Operation in Frederick(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
- [11] Maryland Delegation Members’ Statement on Trump Administration Decision Rolling Back Federal Coordination of Chesapeake Bay Restoration(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
- [12] Over 250 Current & Former Members of Congress Urge Supreme ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 9, 2026
- [13] Maryland/DC State Council Shows IAM Union Power(opens in a new tab) Aug 6, 2026
- [14] Jamie Raskin and Glenn Ivey Endorsed in Maryland ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 19, 2026
- [15] Largest Federal Employee Union Announces Slate of ...(opens in a new tab) May 27, 2026
- [16] Congressman Glenn Ivey’s Statement on Military Operations in Venezuela(opens in a new tab) Jan 23, 2026
- [17] Congressman Ivey Provides Statement on GOP Tax Scam(opens in a new tab) May 22, 2025
- [18] Criminal Justice(opens in a new tab) May 9, 2023
- [19] Housing(opens in a new tab) May 9, 2023
- [20] Immigration(opens in a new tab) May 4, 2023
- [21] Economy | Congressman Glenn Ivey - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2023
- [22] Education | Congressman Glenn Ivey - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2023
- [23] Energy(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2023
- [24] Healthcare(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2023