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James Makle Jr.

James Makle Jr.

Overview

Current roleFirefighter (retired)

GenderMale

LocationMaryland

BackgroundFirefighter (retired)

Notable personal detailsJames Anderson Makle, Jr. is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Maryland’s 5th Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He has described himself as a retired Prince George’s County firefighter and has participated in local Democratic candidate events in the district. He has been listed on Maryland’s Democratic primary ballot for U.S. Representative (District 5).

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News

AINews Summary
Last updatedMay 24, 2026

James Makle Jr. is in the news as one of the candidates in the Maryland 5th Congressional District race ahead of the 2026 election. A recent voter guide says the contest is focused on issues like affordability, healthcare, jobs, economic growth, and immigration. The Democratic primary is set for June 23, 2026, with the general election on November 3, 2026.

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Articles
BSBaltimore Sun4 days ago

2026 voter guide: Maryland’s 5th Congressional District

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