Walton "Walt" Merchant

Walton "Walt" Merchant is a candidate for County Commissioner Primary Election in 2026 in Commissioner District 1, Maryland. Running as Republican.

County Commissioner in Commissioner District 1, Maryland

Also running: Gilbert "BJ" Bowling, Dezmond A. Rosier.

Walton "Walt" Merchant is a Republican candidate running for County Commissioner in District 1 of Charles County, Maryland. A resident of the Swan Point community in Issue, Merchant has been an active voice for local infrastructure improvements and environmental protection. He has pushed the county to address serious property damage from sinkholes and prevent pollution from entering the Potomac River due to failing drainage systems. Running unopposed in the primary, his campaign, backed by the Friends of Walt Merchant committee, emphasizes government accountability, safety, and defending the concerns of Charles County property owners.