2024 United States Senate election in Maryland
The 2024 United States Senate election in Maryland will be held on November 5, 2024, to elect a member of the United States Senate to represent the state of Maryland. The Democratic and Republican primary elections will be held on May 14, 2024.[1]
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Incumbent three-term Democratic Senator Ben Cardin was elected in 2018 with 64.9% of the vote. On May 1, 2023, he announced that he would not be seeking re-election to a fourth term in office. This will be the first open Senate seat in Maryland since 2016, and the first open race for this seat since 2006.[2]
Democratic primary
Declared
- Angela Alsobrooks, Prince George's County Executive (2018–present)[3]
- Will Jawando, at-large Montgomery County councilor (2018–present) and candidate for Maryland's 8th congressional district in 2016[4]
- Jerome Segal, research scholar, candidate for U.S. Senate in 2018, candidate for Governor of Maryland in 2022, and Bread and Roses Party nominee for president in 2020[5]
- Steve Seuferer[6]
- David Trone, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 6th congressional district (2019–present)[7]
Formed exploratory committee
- Juan Dominguez, vice president of Breezeline and former Bogota, New Jersey borough councilor (1995–1998) (decision expected in late summer 2023)[8]
Publicly expressed interest
- Jamie Raskin, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district (2017–present) (decision expected in early June 2023)[9]
Potential
- Anthony Brown, Attorney General of Maryland (2023–present), former U.S. Representative for Maryland's 4th congressional district (2017–2023), and former Lieutenant Governor of Maryland (2007–2015)[10]
- Jon Cardin, state delegate from the 11th district (2003–2015; 2019–present), candidate for attorney general in 2014, and nephew of incumbent U.S. Senator Ben Cardin[11]
- John Delaney, former U.S. Representative for Maryland's 6th congressional district (2013–2019) and candidate for president in 2020[12][13]
- Peter Franchot, former Maryland Comptroller (2007–2023) and candidate for Governor of Maryland in 2022[14]
- Ben Jealous, executive director of Sierra Club (2023–present), former president of People for the American Way (2020–2023), former president and CEO of the NAACP (2008–2013), and nominee for governor in 2018[15]
- Tom Perez, former chair of the Democratic National Committee (2017–2021), former U.S. Secretary of Labor (2013–2017), former Maryland Secretary of Labor (2007–2009), and candidate for Governor of Maryland in 2022[14]
- John Sarbanes, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 3rd congressional district (2007–present) and son of former U.S. Senator Paul Sarbanes[16]
Declined
- Ben Cardin, incumbent U.S. Senator (2007–present)[2]
- Kweisi Mfume, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 7th congressional district (1987–1996; 2020–present), candidate for U.S. Senate in 2006, and former president of the NAACP (1996–2004)[11] (endorsed Alsobrooks)[17]
- Wes Moore, Governor of Maryland (2023–present)[18]
- John Olszewski Jr., Baltimore County Executive (2018–present) and former state delegate from the 6th district (2006–2015) (endorsed Alsobrooks)[19]
Endorsements
Angela Alsobrooks
- U.S. Representatives
- Kweisi Mfume, MD-07 (1987–1996; 2020–present) and former president of the NAACP (1996–2004)[17]
- Statewide officials
- Dereck Davis, Maryland State Treasurer (2021–present) and former state delegate for the 25th district (1995–2021)[20]
- Gloria Lawlah, former Maryland Secretary of Aging (2007–2015) and state senator for the 26th district (1991–2007)[20]
- State senators
- Malcolm Augustine, president pro tempore of the Maryland Senate (2023–present) for the 47th district (2019–present)[20]
- Arthur Ellis, state senator for the 28th district (2019–present)[20]
- Katie Fry Hester, state senator for the 9th district (2019–present)[20]
- Melony G. Griffith, state senator for the 25th district (2019–present)[20]
- Michael Jackson, state senator for the 27th district (2021–present)[20]
- C. Anthony Muse, state senator for the 26th district (2007–2019; 2023–present)[20]
- Ron Watson, state senator for the 23rd district (2021–present)[20]
- State delegates
- Ben Barnes, state delegate for the 21st district (2007–present)[20]
- Adrian Boafo, state delegate for the 23rd district (2023–present)[20]
- Nick Charles, state delegate for the 25th district (2019–present)[21]
- Brian M. Crosby, state delegate for district 29B (2019–present)[20]
- Jessica Feldmark, state delegate for district 12A (2019–present)[20]
- Diana Fennell, state delegate for district 47A (2015–present)[20]
- Andrea Harrison, state delegate for the 24th district (2019–present)[20]
- Anne Healey, state delegate for the 22nd district (1991–present)[20]
- Marvin E. Holmes Jr., state delegate for the 23rd district (2003–present)[20]
- Julian Ivey, state delegate for district 47A (2019–present)[20]
- Jazz Lewis, state delegate for the 24th district (2017–present)[20]
- Maggie McIntosh, former state delegate for the 43rd district (1992–2023)[20]
- Stephanie Smith, state delegate for the 45th district (2019–present)[20]
- Kym Taylor, state delegate for the 23rd district (2023–present)[20]
- Karen Toles, state delegate for the 25th district (2022–present)[20]
- Veronica Turner, state delegate for the 26th district (2003–2015; 2019–present)[20]
- Courtney Watson, state delegate for district 9B (2019–present)[20]
- Nicole Williams, state delegate for the 22nd district (2019–present)[20]
- Municipal officials
- Wanika B. Fisher, Prince George's County councilor from the 2nd district (2022–present) and former state delegate for district 47B (2019–2022)[20]
- Jolene Ivey, Prince George's County councilor from the 5th district (2018–present) and former state delegate for the 47th district (2007–2015)[20]
- Ike Leggett, former Montgomery County Executive (2006–2018) and chair of the Maryland Democratic Party (2002–2004)[20]
- John Olszewski Jr., Baltimore County Executive (2018–present) and former state delegate from the 6th district (2006–2015)[19]
- Local officials
- Ivan Bates, Baltimore State's Attorney (2023–present)[20]
- Party officials
- Susan Turnbull, former chair of the Maryland Democratic Party (2009–2011) and DNC vice chair (2005–2009)[20]
- Individuals
- Larry S. Gibson, law professor and political organizer[6]
- Organizations
Declined to endorse
- U.S. Senators
- Ben Cardin, incumbent U.S. Senator (2007–present)[23]
Republican primary
Declared
- Robin Ficker, former state delegate (1979–1983) and perennial candidate[24]
- Ray Bly, perennial candidate[6]
Filed paperwork
- Christopher Puleo, CEO of Black Flag Technology[25]
Potential
- Andy Harris, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 1st congressional district (2011–present)[14]
- Michael Steele, former chair of the Republican National Committee (2009–2011), former Lieutenant Governor of Maryland (2003–2007), and nominee for U.S. Senate in 2006[16]
- Kathy Szeliga, state delegate from district 7A (2011–present) and nominee for U.S. Senate in 2016[26]
Declined
- Larry Hogan, former Governor of Maryland (2015–2023)[27]
Third-party candidates
Declared
- Moshe Landman (Green), attorney, mortgage broker, and nominee for Maryland's 39th Senate district in 2022[24]
Declined
- Cal Ripken Jr., former shortstop and third baseman for the Baltimore Orioles[28]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[29] | Solid D | January 24, 2023 |
| Inside Elections[30] | Solid D | January 6, 2023 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[31] | Safe D | January 24, 2023 |
References
- "Legislation - HB0535". Maryland General Assembly. Archived from the original on April 24, 2023. Retrieved April 24, 2023.
- Barker, Jeff (May 1, 2023). "Longtime Maryland U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin won't seek re-election, creating rare Senate vacancy". The Baltimore Sun. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
- Janesch, Sam (May 9, 2023). "Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks launches campaign for U.S. Senate". The Baltimore Sun. Retrieved May 9, 2023.
- Longo, Adam; Pope, Troy (May 2, 2023). "Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando announces run for Senate". WUSA-TV. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
- More, Maggie (May 6, 2023). "Activist Jerome Segal Enters Race for US Senate". WRC-TV. Retrieved May 18, 2023.
- Barker, Jeff (May 19, 2023). "Baltimore is a wild card in U.S. Senate race so far lacking a hometown candidate". The Baltimore Sun. Retrieved May 19, 2023.
- Pathe, Simone (May 4, 2023). "Rep. David Trone announces campaign for Senate in Maryland". CNN. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- Kurtz, Josh; Zorzi, William F. (May 15, 2023). "Senate race developments: Olszewski backs Alsobrooks, Anne Arundel businessman eyes Democratic primary". Maryland Matters. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
- McCaskill, Nolan D. (May 18, 2023). "Raskin To Decide on Senate Run Over Memorial Day Weekend, With Announcement in Early June". TheMessenger. Retrieved May 18, 2023.
- Pollak, Suzanne (May 3, 2023). "Race to Replace Sen. Cardin Already Heating Up". Montgomery Community Media. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- Alic, Haris (May 1, 2023). "Sen. Ben Cardin announces retirement from Senate". The Washington Times. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
- Deutch, Gabby; Rod, Marc (May 2, 2023). "Cardin's retirement sets off scramble for open Senate seat". Jewish Insider. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
- Schnell, Mychael; Weaver, Al (May 2, 2023). "Democrats prep for battle to replace Cardin in rare Maryland Senate race". The Hill. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
- Engel, Amanda (May 1, 2023). "Cardin announcement opens floodgates for Democratic primary". WMAR-TV. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
- Everett, Burgess; Mutnick, Ally (May 1, 2023). "Cardin not running for reelection, opening blue-state Senate seat". Politico. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
- Kurtz, Josh (February 3, 2023). "Cardin raises just $29K in late 2022, fueling speculation about his political plans". Maryland Matters. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
- "Congressman Kweisi Mfume Endorses County Executive Angela Alsobrooks for U.S. Senate". BMore News. May 10, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- "Gov. Wes Moore on the race for Maryland's open Senate seat". CBS News. May 2, 2023. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- Russell, Lia (May 15, 2023). "Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. declines run for U.S. Senate seat, endorses Angela Alsobrooks". The Baltimore Sun. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
- Janesch, Sam (May 10, 2023). "Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks launches campaign for U.S. Senate". The Baltimore Sun. Retrieved May 10, 2023.
- Booker, Brakkton (May 2, 2023). "The Black woman with a shot at Cardin's seat". Politico. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
- "EMILYs List Endorses Angela Alsobrooks for Election to the United States Senate". EMILYs List. Retrieved May 11, 2023.
- Kurtz, Josh (May 1, 2023). "After more than a half-century in public office, Cardin won't seek reelection in 2024". Maryland Matters. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
- Frisk, Garrett (March 28, 2023). "As Ben Cardin Deliberates, One Republican Wades Into Maryland Senate Race". Diamond Eye Candidate Report. Retrieved April 17, 2023.
- "FEC Form 2: Statement of Candidacy (Christopher Robert Puleo)" (PDF). Federal Election Commission. November 15, 2022. Retrieved April 17, 2023.
- Decker, Ian (May 3, 2023). "Several Maryland Democrats expected to vie to replace Cardin". Capital News Service. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- Manchester, Julia (May 2, 2023). "Larry Hogan rules out Maryland Senate bid, dishing blow to GOP". The Hill. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
- Wood, Pamela (May 2, 2023). "U.S. Senate race: Who's in, who's out, who's on the fence?". Baltimore Banner. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
- "2024 Senate Race ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved January 25, 2023.
- "Senate Ratings". Inside Elections. January 6, 2023. Retrieved January 10, 2023.
- "2024 Senate". Sabato's Crystal Ball. January 24, 2023. Retrieved February 13, 2023.
External links
- Angela Alsobrooks (D) for U.S. Senate
- Juan Dominguez (D) for U.S. Senate
- Robin Ficker (R) for U.S. Senate
- Will Jawando (D) for U.S. Senate
- Moshe Landman (G) for U.S. Senate
- David Trone (D) for U.S. Senate
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