That basically seals it. Between his health issues, the recent loss of his son, and the fact that he would have to deal with a bruising primary, I'm not surprised at all.
And honestly, given his Ukraine letter, I'm not too sorry. Alsobrooks will be a fine Senator.
David Trone?
He has little chance.
As best I can see, he's seen as a fine representative but just doesn't have any passionate supporters and Alsobrooks is racking up a TON of endorsements fast.
Trone also has no campaign staff - none of the people from his House campaigns are with him for this run and they are hiring leadership positions (like Comms Director and Press Secretary) on public job boards - something very rare for a serious statewide race.
How do they normally hire for campaigns (I may want a job like that one day so genuinely curious)
Connections. People they know. Sometimes a campaign manager will approach a potential candidate themself.
