Maryland Senate Debate Heats Up as Alsobrooks and Hogan Clash

The debate focused on abortion rights, party affiliations, and gun control as both candidates vie for a crucial Senate seat.

Angela Alsobrooks and Larry Hogan sparred over abortion, with Alsobrooks criticizing Hogan's past veto of an abortion bill and Hogan defending his stance on codifying Roe v. Wade.
Hogan positioned himself as a moderate Republican, distancing from Trump and emphasizing bipartisan solutions, while Alsobrooks tied him to Senate GOP leaders like Mitch McConnell.
Alsobrooks maintained a lead in polls, leveraging her connections to prominent Democrats and highlighting the potential consequences of a Republican Senate majority.
The debate also touched on foreign policy, with both candidates supporting Israel and Ukraine, though Alsobrooks called for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Gun control was a contentious topic, with Alsobrooks criticizing Hogan's vetoes on gun legislation and Hogan accusing her of spreading misinformation.