Top Maryland Democrats are condemning a new ad from a super PAC supporting Republican U.S. Senate nominee Larry Hogan that appears to lump his opponent, Angela Alsobrooks, in with “corrupt” politicians from Prince George’s County. Reps. Steny Hoyer and Glenn Ivey called the ad a scurrilous attempt to smear the county and its residents. The ad accuses Alsobrooks of being a tax cheat based on a report that she improperly claimed tax credits. Hogan’s campaign highlighted his endorsements from Prince George’s County organizations, while Alsobrooks acknowledged and addressed the tax issue during a debate. Baldwin’s campaign tried to distance himself from the GOP and portray himself as an independent voice for Maryland. Democrats criticized the ad for resorting to dirty political tactics and attempting to distract voters from real issues. Gov. Wes Moore expressed disappointment in Hogan’s campaign tactics, while Senator Van Hollen accused him of following Trump’s playbook. Hoyer and Ivey stated that denigrating the character of Prince George’s County residents does not align with representing the entire state in the U.S. Senate. The ad is seen as an attempt by Hogan’s supporters, including MAGA Republicans, to gain control of the Senate. Democrats have rallied behind Alsobrooks, highlighting the excitement around her campaign from everyday Marylanders. Overall, the ad has sparked backlash from the Democratic establishment in Maryland for its offensive and misleading portrayal of Alsobrooks and the county she represents.
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