AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaryland Primary Watch: Early in-person voting is winding down, with election officials reporting about 100,000 Marylanders already voting and 154,000+ mail-in ballots received; officials say safeguards prevent double-counting after a recent ballot printing mix-up. Congressional District 5 Race: The open 5th District Democratic primary is drawing heavy outside spending, with 23 Democrats in the field and big-name endorsements—while Sen. Chris Van Hollen warns about “obscene” special-interest money. County Executive Primaries: Across Maryland, county executive races are seeing steep fundraising totals, with analysts pointing to major money in Montgomery, Anne Arundel, and Baltimore County contests. Redistricting Fight: Maryland Republicans criticize Democrats’ plan for a mid-July special session tied to redrawing the congressional map. Public Safety & Courts: A federal charge has been filed against the chief engineer of the cargo ship involved in the 2024 Key Bridge collapse, alleging failure to notify the Coast Guard of hazardous conditions. Consumer/Policy: Maryland lawmakers and advocates are debating utility rate-setting, calling it a “Catch-22” as a bill would likely return next year.
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