"Raskin considers Senate bid as Cardin's retirement sparks interest in political hopefuls"

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) said he will "seriously investigate" a possible Senate bid this month following Sen. Ben Cardin's announcement that he wouldn't be seeking reelection. Raskin, who recently finished chemotherapy, is weighing his options and considering his role in the Democratic Party's victory and progress in the country. Several challengers have already entered the race for Cardin's seat, including Montgomery County Council member Will Jawando, former Senate candidate Jerome Segal, and Rep. David Trone (D-Md.). The open seat is rated as solid Democrat by the nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report.