Putnam County Executive

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 1:34 PM ET

3 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

The county's elected chief executive, found in charter counties such as most of Maryland's. Runs county departments, prepares and proposes the annual budget to the county council, and can sign or veto the bills the council passes.

Candidates

Brett Yarris

Democrat · $187K raised (state filings)
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

Kevin M. Byrne

Republican · $149K raised (state filings)
Strongly right · AI estimate from their Wikipedia article (74% confidence)

Tatiana Brahimi

Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

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Quick answers

Who is running for Putnam County Executive in 2026?
Brett Yarris (Democrat), Kevin M. Byrne (Republican) and Tatiana Brahimi.
What does this office do?
The county's elected chief executive, found in charter counties such as most of Maryland's. Runs county departments, prepares and proposes the annual budget to the county council, and can sign or veto the bills the council passes.
Who should I vote for in the Putnam County Executive race?
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When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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