Who’s Left in the Race
With Rodriguez out, the Democratic field now centers on a handful of remaining candidates. State Rep. Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, has reportedly gained unexpected momentum in recent weeks. Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, who lost a close U.S. Senate race in 2022, is also in the running. Rounding out the field are Joel Brennan, a former secretary of the Department of Administration, and state Sen. Kelda Roys.