Gov. Larry Hogan relished in his victory a day after winning re-election, but blamed President Donald Trump for the losses of some of his fellow Republicans in other Maryland races. Hogan became the second Republican governor to win re-election in Maryland history on Tuesday.
But Democrats had a big night otherwise by unseating a couple of Republican county executives. Steuart Pittman beat Steve Schuh in Anne Arundel County while Calvin Ball defeated Allan Kittleman. Former state Del. John "Johnny O" Olszewski Jr. prevailed over Republican Al Redmer, Maryland's insurance commissioner and Hogan ally. ogan has gone to great lengths to separate himself from the president. Hogan avoids talking about national politics and has opposed some of Trump's policies, although Democrats often argue he waits too long or doesn't take strong enough stances. Hogan was not among those who Trump called to congratulate on Tuesday night. "My feelings weren't hurt," Hogan said. "I wasn't expecting a call."
