Larry Hogan Announces Bid for U.S. Senate in Maryland

Former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan enters the race for the Senate seat vacated by retiring Democrat Ben Cardin, shaking up the contest.

Larry Hogan, the former Republican governor of Maryland, announces his candidacy for the U.S. Senate, aiming to fill the seat left open by retiring Democrat Ben Cardin.
Hogan's entry into the race is seen as a significant development for Republicans, potentially turning Maryland into a battleground state for Senate control.
As a moderate Republican and critic of Donald Trump, Hogan emphasizes bipartisanship and pledges to fight for Maryland and fix the nation's broken politics.
Democrats, including Rep. David Trone and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks, are also vying for the seat, setting the stage for a competitive primary.
Hogan's campaign could force Democrats to allocate resources to Maryland, a state they have historically won, amid a challenging Senate map for the party in 2024.