A special election was held in Maryland's 2nd congressional district on February 1, 1826 to fill a vacancy caused by the resignation of Joseph Kent (A), who had been elected Governor of Maryland. [1]
A special election was held in Maryland's 2nd congressional district on February 1, 1826 to fill a vacancy caused by the resignation of Joseph Kent (A), who had been elected Governor of Maryland. [1]
| Candidate | Party | Votes [2] | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| John C. Weems | Jacksonian | 1,139 | 57.9% |
| William Woottan | Unknown | 827 | 42.1% |
Weems took his seat on February 7, 1826 [1]
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