Chris Chaffee
Chris Chaffee
MD-05 Republican nominee?
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JUN 24, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleHomebuilding contractor
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationMaryland
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BackgroundHomebuilding contractor
Notable personal detailsChris Chaffee is a Republican perennial candidate in Maryland who has run for federal office multiple times, including U.S. Senate campaigns in 2016, 2022, and 2024. He has also previously run for Maryland's 5th congressional district and was the Republican nominee for the seat in 2014. He has been described in election coverage as a homebuilding contractor.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports cutting federal spending and reducing taxes and regulations for small businesses to promote job creation and a business-friendly environment.
Immigration & Border
Supports closing the border, strict enforcement of existing immigration laws, and measures to hold other countries financially accountable for migration; advocates strong border security and enforcement-first policies.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate opposes on-demand abortion and publicly urged policies to "save the unborn," calling for changes to Maryland’s current abortion laws. Public statements indicate a pro‑life position that seeks to curtail abortion access.
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