Suddenly Maryland!

For the first time in nearly 40 years, Republicans have a chance to win a Maryland Senate seat.  Popular two-term Governor Larry Hogan, is currently leading in the polls by a significant margin against his Democratic rivals, including Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks​ (RealClearPolling)​​ (Just The News)​. 

Hogan's popularity stretches across party lines, owing largely to his steady, bipartisan approach during his tenure as governor.  Despite his cross-party approval, Hogan's candidacy comes at a time when Maryland voters still show a strong preference for Democratic control of the U.S. Senate, suggesting that while Hogan is a favored candidate, the broader political preferences of the state remain left-leaning​ (POLITICO)​, with Democrats outnumbering Republicans nearly 2 to 1​ (Just The News)​. 

If Hogan were to win, it would be a significant political shift for Maryland, marking the first time in 37 years that a Republican would take a Senate seat in the state​ (Just The News)​. His success could potentially influence the balance of power in the Senate, highlighting the importance of his candidacy not just for Maryland, but for the national political landscape.