Rep. Jamie Raskin Will Not Run for U.S. Senate Seat

Maryland Representative Jamie Raskin, known for his leading role in the impeachment proceedings against former President Donald Trump and the investigation into the January 6th insurrection, has announced that he will not be running for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Senator Ben Cardin’s retirement.

Raskin, a prominent member of the House Oversight and Reform Committee, has been considering a run for the Senate, but he has decided to seek reelection for his fourth term in the House instead.

“In order to make the greatest difference in American politics in 2024 and beyond, I have chosen to run for reelection to the House of Representatives in Maryland’s extraordinary 8th District,” Raskin stated.

Although Raskin admits that under normal circumstances, his decision may have been different, he emphasizes that these are not normal times. The fight for democratic institutions, freedom, social progress, human rights, and global opportunities are ongoing, and he believes his presence in the House of Representatives will be most impactful.

In April, Raskin shared that he had completed chemotherapy for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, with a 90% prognosis of no relapse and his cancer currently in remission. This marked his second battle with cancer, as he had previously overcome colorectal cancer in 2010.

As of now, Representative David Trone and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks have announced their candidacies for the Democratic primary for the Senate seat. Additionally, Montgomery County council member Will Jawando is also running.

In conclusion, despite declining the opportunity to run for the U.S. Senate, Raskin remains committed to his mission of effecting change and making a difference in American politics through his continued service in the House of Representatives.

Key Points:

• Representative Jamie Raskin will not run for the U.S. Senate seat opening due to Senator Ben Cardin’s retirement.
• Raskin will instead seek reelection for his fourth term in the House of Representatives.
• Raskin believes that his presence in the House will allow him to make a greater impact on American politics in the current climate.
• He recently completed chemotherapy and is in remission from diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.
• Representatives David Trone and Angela Alsobrooks, along with council member Will Jawando, have announced their candidacies for the Democratic primary for the Senate seat.