Democrat Angela Alsobrooks has secured the U.S. Senate seat representing Maryland in the recent election held on Tuesday.
Alsobrooks emerged victorious over the well-known former Republican Governor Larry Hogan in a race that drew significant national attention, highlighting the potential implications for Senate control.
In a state characterized by a two-to-one Democratic advantage over Republicans, Hogan’s prior approval as a two-term governor positioned him as a formidable challenger in Maryland’s political landscape for many years.
Alsobrooks, making history as the first Black senator from Maryland, currently serves as the chief executive of Prince George’s County, the second-largest region in the state after Washington, D.C.
The announcement of Alsobrooks’ victory was made at 9:32 p.m. EST, marking a pivotal moment in the state’s political history.