Voters head to the polls for Maryland primary day
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MARYLAND (DC News Now) — It’s primary election day in Maryland and West Virginia.
The race for the U.S. Senate seat is neck and neck between Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and Congressman David Trone. Both have been hitting the campaign trail hard to squeeze out every last vote.
Voters will get to decide which one will advance to November’s general election.
According to an Emerson College Polling/DC News Now/The Hill survey, 42% of voters supported Angela Alsobrooks in the Democratic Primary, while 41% supported David Trone when undecided voters made a decision.
Voter’s guide to Maryland’s 2024 primary elections
Trone has spent more than $60 million of his own money on his campaign, according to campaign finance reports.
Alsobrooks has garnered key endorsements from officeholders like Maryland Gov. Wes Moore.
Both say they are the only electable candidate who can beat popular former Republican Gov. Larry Hogan, who is the presumptive GOP nominee.
“It is a critical race this year,” said voter Roy Surrett. “And I think Maryland actually will play a big role in determining the future of the Senate. So, I just hope people understand that and appreciate that and understand there’s a lot at stake in a country, particularly with the Senate, and got to vote the right way.”
Polls opened in Maryland at 7 a.m. and will close at 8 p.m.
Voters are encouraged to bring a sample ballot and an ID. They find their assigned polling place here.
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