"Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's Surprise Senate Bid Shakes Up 2024 Election News"

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, previously ruling out a Senate run, has launched a surprise bid for the open U.S. Senate seat in Maryland, citing a need to put country ahead of party. His candidacy challenges partisanship and is seen as a test of his popularity and the willingness of Maryland's Democratic voters to elect a pragmatic Republican. Hogan's reversal has drawn criticism from Democrats, who see it as an opportunity for Republicans to gain more power in Washington.