Larry Hogan
Larry Hogan (Republican Party) was the Governor of Maryland. He assumed office on January 21, 2015. He left office on January 18, 2023.
Hogan (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Maryland. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Upon his re-election in 2018, he became the second Republican to be elected to two terms as governor in state history.[1] He ran on a joint ticket with the lieutenant gubernatorial nominee, Boyd Rutherford (R).
Hogan served in Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich's (R) cabinet from 2003 to 2007. He founded The Hogan Companies, specializing in real estate brokerage.[2]
Biography
Hogan was born in Washington, D.C., and attended Catholic high schools in Maryland and Florida. He received his bachelor's degree in government and political science from Florida State University in 1978.[3]
Hogan founded the real estate brokerage firm The Hogan Companies. From 2003 to 2007, he served in former Gov. Robert Ehrlich's (R) cabinet as secretary of appointments.[2] In 2011, Hogan founded a nonprofit political group that, according to Hogan's official biography, was "dedicated to bringing fiscal responsibility and common sense to state government."[4] Hogan chaired the National Governors Association from 2019 to 2020.[2][3]
Political career
Governor of Maryland (2015-2023)
Hogan was elected governor of Maryland in 2014 and re-elected in 2018.
Elections
2024
See also: United States Senate election in Maryland, 2024
General election
General election for U.S. Senate Maryland
The following candidates ran in the general election for U.S. Senate Maryland on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Angela Alsobrooks (D) | 54.6 | 1,650,912 | |
| Larry Hogan (R) | 42.8 | 1,294,344 | ||
| Mike Scott (L) | 2.3 | 69,396 | ||
| Patrick Burke (Unaffiliated) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 879 | ||
| Billy Bridges (Unaffiliated) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 70 | ||
| Robin Rowe (Unaffiliated) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 17 | ||
| Christy Helmondollar (Unaffiliated) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 3 | ||
| Irwin Gibbs (Unaffiliated) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 2 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 5,755 | ||
| Total votes: 3,021,378 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Moshe Landman (G)
- Nancy Wallace (G)
- Shaunesi Deberry (Independent)
- Keith Packer (No Party Affiliation)
- Emmanuel Osuchukwu (Independent)
- Michael Sigmon (Progressive Party)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Maryland
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Maryland on May 14, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Angela Alsobrooks | 53.4 | 357,052 | |
| David Trone | 42.8 | 286,381 | ||
| Joseph Perez | 0.7 | 4,688 | ||
| Michael Cobb Sr. | 0.7 | 4,524 | ||
| Brian Frydenborg | 0.5 | 3,635 | ||
| Scottie Griffin | 0.5 | 3,579 | ||
| Marcellus Crews | 0.5 | 3,379 | ||
| Andrew Wildman | 0.3 | 2,198 | ||
| Robert Houton | 0.3 | 1,946 | ||
| Steven Seuferer | 0.2 | 1,664 | ||
| Total votes: 669,046 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Juan Dominguez (D)
- William Jawando (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. Senate Maryland
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Maryland on May 14, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Larry Hogan | 64.2 | 183,661 | |
| Robin Ficker | 27.8 | 79,517 | ||
| Chris Chaffee | 3.2 | 9,134 | ||
| Lorie Friend | 2.1 | 5,867 | ||
| John Myrick | 1.7 | 4,987 | ||
| Moe Barakat | 0.8 | 2,203 | ||
| Laban Seyoum | 0.3 | 782 | ||
| Total votes: 286,151 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- John Teichert (R)
- Christopher Puleo (R)
- Ray Bly (R)
- John Thormann (R)
Endorsements
Hogan received the following endorsements.
- Former President Donald Trump (R)
2022
Larry Hogan was not able to run for re-election due to term limits.
2018
General election
General election for Governor of Maryland
Incumbent Larry Hogan defeated Ben Jealous, Shawn Quinn, and Ian Schlakman in the general election for Governor of Maryland on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Larry Hogan (R) | 55.4 | 1,275,644 | |
| Ben Jealous (D) | 43.5 | 1,002,639 | ||
| Shawn Quinn (L) | 0.6 | 13,241 | ||
| Ian Schlakman (G) | 0.5 | 11,175 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 1,813 | ||
| Total votes: 2,304,512 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Governor of Maryland
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for Governor of Maryland on June 26, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Ben Jealous | 40.9 | 231,895 | |
| Rushern Baker III | 30.3 | 171,697 | ||
| Jim Shea | 8.6 | 48,647 | ||
| Krishanti Vignarajah | 8.5 | 48,042 | ||
| Richard Madaleno | 6.0 | 34,184 | ||
| Alec Ross | 2.4 | 13,780 | ||
| Ralph Jaffe | 1.7 | 9,405 | ||
| James Jones | 1.6 | 9,188 | ||
| Total votes: 566,838 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Governor of Maryland
Incumbent Larry Hogan advanced from the Republican primary for Governor of Maryland on June 26, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Larry Hogan | 100.0 | 210,935 | |
| Total votes: 210,935 | ||||
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2014
Hogan ran for Governor of Maryland in 2014. He won the Republican nomination in the primary on June 24, 2014, along with running mate Boyd Rutherford. Hogan ran to replace Martin O'Malley (D), who was ineligible to run for re-election due to term limits. Hogan and Rutherford took on the Democratic ticket of Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and Ken Ulman and the Libertarian Party ticket of Shawn Quinn and Lorenzo Gaztanaga. The general election took place on November 4, 2014.
Results
General election
| Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Maryland, 2014 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Larry Hogan/Boyd Rutherford |
51% | 884,400 | |
| Democratic | Anthony Brown/Ken Ulman | 47.2% | 818,890 | |
| Libertarian | Shawn Quinn/Lorenzo Gaztanaga | 1.5% | 25,382 | |
| Nonpartisan | Write-in votes | 0.3% | 4,505 | |
| Total Votes | 1,733,177 | |||
| Election results via Maryland State Board of Elections | ||||
Primary election
| Governor of Maryland, Republican Primary, 2014 | ||||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes | ||
| Larry Hogan/Boyd Rutherford |
43% | 92,376 | ||
| David Craig/Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio | 29.1% | 62,639 | ||
| Charles Lollar/Ken Timmerman | 15.5% | 33,292 | ||
| Ron George/Shelley Aloi | 12.4% | 26,628 | ||
| Total Votes | 214,935 | |||
| Election results via Maryland State Board of Elections. | ||||
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Republican nominationThe Republican ticket of Larry Hogan and Boyd Rutherford emerged from a field of four potential tickets after the June 24 primary. The winning ticket managed a 14-percent margin of victory over Harford County Executive David Craig and state Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio. Hogan and Rutherford were both former appointees of former Gov. Robert Ehrlich (R).[5] Campaign financeHogan reported three times more cash on hand than Brown in the campaign finance reporting period ending on August 19, 2014. Hogan had $2.4 million in cash on hand, compared to $760,000 for the Brown campaign. Hogan ran a publicly financed campaign, which meant a single payment of $2.6 million from the state's dedicated campaign finance fund. Hogan could not raise additional money in the campaign, while Brown was capable of raising additional funds because he did not use public financing. Brown reported $1.5 million in contributions from June 9 through August 19.[6] National figures in the raceAs poll results between Brown and Hogan narrowed in October, national political figures toured the state to influence the outcome of the gubernatorial race. President Barack Obama, former President Bill Clinton and former Sen. Hillary Clinton made appearances supporting Brown's campaign. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie appeared at three campaign events for Hogan through late October.[7] Outside groups also purchased ads during the general election campaign. The Democratic Governors Association and the Republican Governors Association invested $1.5 million on TV ads through late October. Michael Bloomberg's Independence USA PAC committed $500,000 to criticize Hogan's endorsement by the National Rifle Association (NRA).[7] Debates
Polls
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Larry Hogan did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.
Campaign website
Hogan’s campaign website stated the following:
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Dear Marylanders, Fifty years ago, my father, Maryland Congressman Larry Hogan Sr. made a tough decision. He became the first Republican to come out for the impeachment of President Nixon. He put aside party politics and his own personal considerations and stepped up to do the right thing for Maryland and the nation. Today, Washington is completely broken because that kind of leadership and willingness to put country over party, has become far too rare. Marylanders – you know me. For eight years, we proved that the toxic politics that divide our nation need not divide our state. We overcame unprecedented challenges: cut taxes eight years in a row – balanced the budget – and created a record surplus. And we did it all by finding common ground for the common good. Because Maryland is the state of middle temperament. We believe in common decency and common sense. Like most of you, I’m completely fed up with politics-as-usual and politicians in Washington who are more interested in arguing than getting anything done for the people. Enough is enough. We can do so much better, but not if we keep electing the same kind of typical partisan politicians. Over eight years – just down the road from Washington – we have already shown a better path forward. One party alone can’t fix it. Let’s face it, we desperately need leadership willing to stand up to both parties. Leadership that appreciates that no one of us has all the answers or all the power. This is not just about the differences between the right and the left. This is about the difference between right and wrong. And this isn’t just the typical fight between Democrats and Republicans. It’s more important than that. This is a fight for Maryland and America’s future, and that is a fight worth fighting. And that’s why I have made the decision to run for the United States Senate – not to serve one party – but to fix our nation’s broken politics and fight for Maryland. It’s what I did as your governor, and it’s exactly how I’ll serve you in the United States Senate. Let’s get back to work.[10] |
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| —Larry Hogan’s campaign website (2024)[11] | ||
2014
Hogan's campaign website listed the following themes for the 2014 race:
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As Governor, Larry Hogan will: Cut over $1,75 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse from state government Our recent analysis of state and federal audits shows specific examples of waste, fraud, and abuse in state government that the current administration has refused to act on. These examples include the use of government credit cards on luxury items, personal use of state-owned vehicles, lack of fraud control in state agencies, widespread mismanagement, and more. The Hogan-Rutherford administration will implement the recommendations of past audits, conduct additional audits of every state agency, and immediately get to work eliminating duplication, fraud, and waste to make sure that every cent of taxpayer money is spent efficiently. Roll back taxes without cutting government priorities The $1.75 billion in waste and abuse that we have identified is unfortunately just the top of the iceberg. It is unconscionable that despite this excess money thrown around in state agencies, Maryland continues to operate on a $400 million structural deficit. By cutting the waste and abuse from state government, Larry Hogan will be able to save the taxpayers billions of dollars without having to cut priority programs and agencies, which will enable him to cut and eliminate the regressive taxes that have crushed middle class families and small businesses. Change Maryland's reputation as a state that is unfriendly to job creators Maryland's unemployment rate is about 75% higher today than it was when the recession began. In fact, the nonpartisan Tax Foundation ranked Maryland #41 in the nation for business climate. The main reason for this unfortunate reality is that it costs too much for job creators to stay in or come to Maryland. Larry Hogan will reduce the burden on job creators, open Maryland for business, and make our state more competitive with others in our region. In addition, the Hogan-Rutherford administration will overhaul the Department of Business and Economic Development to focus on aggressively attracting and retaining job creators in order to bring more and better-paying jobs to Maryland.[10] |
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| —Larry Hogan's campaign website, (2014) | ||
Presidential preference
2020
- See also: Presidential election in Maryland, 2020
Gov. Hogan did not endorse a candidate in the 2020 presidential election.[13]
2016
- See also: Presidential election in Maryland, 2016
Gov. Hogan endorsed Chris Christie (R) in the 2016 Republican presidential primary. He did not endorse a candidate in the general election.[14][15]
Campaign finance summary
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Noteworthy events
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Hogan announced on December 20, 2021, that he tested positive for COVID-19. He said he was vaccinated at the time he contracted the virus.[16]
Response to Syria policy (2015)
- Main article: U.S. governors and their responses to Syrian refugees
Following the Paris terrorist attacks on November 13, 2015, in which members of the Islamic State (ISIS) killed at least 129 people and wounded more than 350, reports surfaced showing that one of the terrorists responsible for the attacks in Paris may have come to France posing as a Syrian refugee.[17] Many governors issued statements of support or opposition to President Obama’s plan to allow 10,000 new Syrian refugees into the United States. Hogan had conditional opposition to the resettlement of Syrian refugees in the state of Maryland. He said:
| “ | As governor of Maryland, the safety and security of Marylanders remains my first priority. Following the terrorist attacks on Paris just four days ago, and after careful consideration, I am now requesting that federal authorities cease any additional settlements of refugees from Syria in Maryland until the U.S. government can provide appropriate assurances that refugees from Syria pose no threat to public safety.[10] | ” |
| —Gov. Larry Hogan[18] | ||
Reaction to Freddie Gray death (2015)
On April 19, 2015, Freddie Gray, an African-American resident of Baltimore, Maryland, died from a severe spinal injury. He sustained the injury during the course of an arrest that took place on April 12, 2015, in a west Baltimore neighborhood.
In the aftermath of Gray's death, rioting and protests began in Baltimore. On April 27, 2015, Gov. Hogan declared a state of emergency and deployed the National Guard. At the same time, Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake established a citywide curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.[19]
On April 28, Hogan pledged to send at least 1,000 additional National Guard troops. In response to criticisms of the state's delayed response, Hogan said that an emergency order was ready on April 25 but that the governor's office had waited for a response from Rawlings-Blake before mobilizing state resources.[20]
Ballot measure activity
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Personal
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Hogan and his wife, Yumi, have three children.[4]
See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Maryland Governor, "Governor Larry Hogan," accessed January 28, 2019
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Appalachian Regional Commission, "Governor Larry Hogan," accessed May 11, 2021
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Maryland Manual On-Line, "LAWRENCE J. HOGAN, JR. Secretary of Appointments, Office of Governor, 2003-07," accessed May 11, 2021
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Maryland.gov, "Governor Larry Hogan," accessed May 11, 2021
- ↑ NBC Washington, "9 Things to Know About Maryland Lieutenant Governor Boyd Rutherford," June 23, 2015
- ↑ Herald-Mail Media, " Public funding gives Hogan lead in campaign money," August 27, 2014
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 The Baltimore Sun, "Maryland's governor race sparks national interest," October 27, 2014
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 The Washington Post, "Candidates’ frustrations on display in final Md. gubernatorial debate," October 18, 2014
- ↑ TheBayNet.com, "Del. Wood endorses Larry Hogan for governor," August 28, 2014
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Larry Hogan’s campaign website, “Let's Get Back to Work,” accessed April 19, 2024
- ↑ Hogan for Governor, "Vision," accessed September 3, 2014
- ↑ The Washington Post, "Turned off by Trump, Maryland’s GOP governor casts write-in vote for Ronald Reagan," October 16, 2020
- ↑ Capital Gazette, "Hogan endorses Chris Christie for president at Annapolis event," July 15, 2015
- ↑ The Washington Post, "Gov. Larry Hogan says he doesn’t plan to vote for Donald Trump," June 15, 2016
- ↑ CNN, "Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan tests positive for Covid-19," December 20, 2021
- ↑ Washington Post, "Were Syrian refugees involved in the Paris attacks? What we know and don’t know," November 17, 2015
- ↑ Baltimore Sun, "Hogan seeks halt to Syrian refugee resettlement in Md.," November 17, 2015
- ↑ Washington Post, "Rioting rocks Baltimore: Hogan declares emergency, activates Guard," April 28, 2015
- ↑ The Baltimore Sun, "Gov. Larry Hogan promises more than 1,000 additional troops, vows to prevent rioting," April 28, 2015
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Governor of Maryland 2015-2023 |
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