Acevero alone: Lawmakers again give cold shoulder to outspoken delegate

For a second election, incumbents in legislative District 39 have left firebrand Del. Gabriel Acevero off their slate, saying he is difficult to work with. Acevero, a self-described Democratic Socialist who keeps winning despite being left off, says he doesn't care.

By: Mayah Nachman

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: June 18, 2026

Words: 883

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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The “Team 39” slate in In Montgomery County’s 39th Legislative District includes most of the incumbent lawmakers from the district. But for the second consecutive election season, the team intentionally left one of its players on the sidelines.

Sen. Nancy King and Dels. Greg Wims and Lesley Lopez, all Democrats, added Gaithersburg City Councilmember Robert Wu to their ticket, bypassing Del. Gabriel Acevero (D), with whom they have long had a frayed relationship.

King, the …

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