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Maryland Democrat David Trone, founder of Total Wine & More, is seeking to reclaim his old House seat, setting up a primary battle against Rep. April McClain Delaney. Trone, who previously spent more than $60 million of his own money in an unsuccessful bid for the Senate in 2024, launched his campaign with a video portraying himself as a defender of democracy who has previously stood against Trump. The primary is set for June 23.
Maryland Democrat David Trone Sets Sights on Old House Seat
David Trone, Maryland Democrat and Total Wine & More founder, has announced his return to the House race after losing his 2024 Senate bid. Trone’s new campaign places him in a heated primary battle against Rep. April McClain Delaney, D-Md.
Trone succeeds McClain Delaney, who followed in the footsteps of her husband, ex-Rep. John Delaney, after his unsuccessful 2020 presidential campaign.
Entering the race, Trone initiates a clash between two of Maryland’s richest families, having spent over $60 million on his failed Senate run.
Launching his campaign on social media, Trone positions himself as a defender of democracy. He highlighted his previous opposition to Trump and his double impeachment votes against him during his first term.
Trone argues against complacency stating, “Totalitarianism arrives gradually, act by act. If we fail to speak out, we acquiesce. I’ve witnessed too much of this recently. I can’t stand idle.”
Trone emphasizes the need for Democrats to oppose Trump vehemently, declaring, “We cannot afford to have Democrats voting with Trump. Every bit of our effort should be against him. Democracy isn’t a given, sometimes it’s a battleground.”
In a countering video message, Delaney criticizes Trone for “abandoning” the district and displaying “Trump’s arrogance,” during his failed Senate campaign.
When questioned about Trone’s potential expenditure of millions on the race, Delaney responded: “Winning elections requires more than money. It’s also about the candidate and their story.”
Delaney accused Trone of habitually challenging female candidates in primaries and dismissed suggestions that she should “stand down.” She stated, “It’s the narrative and dedication to constituents that resonate with people.”
The primary is scheduled for June 23.
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