Larry Hogan Announces Senate Bid Amid Challenges

Former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan faces a tough Senate race in a state dominated by Democrats and heightened focus on abortion rights.

Larry Hogan, a Republican and former Maryland Governor, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate, entering a race in a state where Democrats outnumber Republicans more than 2-to-1.
Hogan's moderate stance and willingness to criticize Donald Trump have won him bipartisan support in the past, but running in a presidential election year with Trump likely on the ballot could boost Democratic turnout.
Abortion rights emerge as a central issue, with Hogan's past actions and statements on abortion drawing scrutiny amid a national debate following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Polls show Hogan in competitive matchups against Democratic candidates, but the national battle for control of the Senate and a potentially bruising Democratic primary could influence the race.
Hogan's campaign will test whether his moderate brand and bipartisan appeal can overcome the challenges of a deeply divided political landscape and the specific dynamics of Maryland's Senate race.