Larry Hogan Announces Senate Run, Cites Trump's Influence on GOP as Key Factor
Former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan enters the Senate race, motivated by frustration over Trump's sway in blocking a bipartisan border bill.
- Larry Hogan, former Maryland Governor, launches his Senate campaign, inspired by Trump's role in defeating a bipartisan border bill.
- Hogan criticizes Trump for directing GOP senators to oppose the bill, which included funding for border security and military aid for Ukraine and Israel.
- The failed legislation prompts Hogan to seek a Senate seat, aiming to counter what he views as harmful isolationism within the Republican Party.
- Hogan, a centrist and critic of Trump, is encouraged by George Bush and others to bring a needed voice to the GOP.
- Hogan is the favorite in the Maryland GOP Senate primary, facing strong Democratic contenders in a state that hasn't elected a Republican senator in 37 years.