Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks (D) won the Democratic primary for an open Maryland Senate seat, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ.
Alsobrooks defeated fellow Democrat David Trone (Md.) in what became a tumultuous race. Just days earlier, an Emerson College/The Hill/DC News Now poll found the two in a tie.
She will make history if she wins in November, becoming the first Black woman to represent the Old Line State in the Senate.
“My name is Angela Alsobrooks and I am officially your Democratic nominee in the Maryland Senate race,” she said in a statement posted on X following her victory.
“On November 5, 2024, we will defeat Larry Hogan, keep Maryland blue, and keep our Senate under Democratic control – spread the word.”
Alsobrooks had the support of Trone’s fellow Maryland congressman, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D), and other top Democrats, including Sens. Chris Van Hollen (Md.) and Chris Murphy (Conn.). The Washington Post editorial board also supported her over Trone.
The dispute had been tense for months, especially after Trone accidentally used a racial slur during a committee hearing earlier this year. Co-owner of Total Wine, Trone spent tens of millions of dollars in the primary and argued that his wealth was a key reason he would be a stronger candidate in November.
Alsobrooks is expected to face popular former Maryland governor Larry Hogan (R) in the fall.
“Electing Angela Alsobrooks will prevent Republicans from taking control of the Senate and ensure that Republican Larry Hogan’s party cannot pursue its dangerous agenda, such as passing a national abortion ban,” said Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) , president of the Senate. The Democrats’ campaign arm, he said in a statement.
“In the Senate, Angela will advocate for Marylanders and be a voice for her entire state, just as she has throughout her time in public service. Marylanders know the Senate majority is at stake, which is why they are united behind Angela and ready to defeat Republican Larry Hogan in November.”
Democratic Sen. Ben Cardin announced plans last year to retire after three terms in office, opening a competitive primary to replace him. Hogan’s entry to the Republican side has affected the race, with signs that the popular Republican governor could put up a formidable fight in the blue-leaning state.
The electorally deficient nonpartisan Cook Political Reportchanged the seat of Marylandfrom “solid” to “likely Democrat” after Hogan entered the picture – but the Emerson poll notably showed both Democratic options beating Hogan in the November odds.
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