Montgomery County Councilor Will Jawando Withdraws from Maryland Senate Race

Jawando cites lack of path to victory and falling behind in fundraising as reasons for stepping down from a race now primarily between Rep. David Trone and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks.

• Montgomery County Council Member Will Jawando announced his withdrawal from the Democratic primary race for the Senate seat of outgoing Senator Ben Cardin. He acknowledged falling behind Rep. David Trone and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks in both support and campaign funding.
• Although he was the first Democrat to declare his candidacy for this seat in May, Jawando stated he could no longer see a clear path to victory in the crowded primary field.
• His campaign, which raised about $750,000 in total, significantly lagged behind Trone's nearly $10 million and Alsobrooks' $3.25 million war chests.
• Despite exiting the race, Jawando expressed pride in his campaign and its commitment to building shared prosperity. He reassured supporters he would continue serving the people of Maryland.
• The Maryland Senate primary effectively becomes a two-person race between Trone and Alsobrooks, with no notable Republican candidate in the running. The primary will be held on May 14.

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