Overview

• 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.