Campaign cash for the comptroller, a new federal lobbyist, takebacks for Trone, in political notes

By: William J. Ford, Bryan P. Sears

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: January 26, 2026

Words: 862

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago


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The lone candidate — so far — for state comptroller is reportedly amassing a sizable war chest.

Comptroller Brooke Lierman is finishing out her first term as the state’s top tax collector. Her campaign announced this week that she raised nearly $3 million in the current cycle. She has $2.2 million in cash on hand.

“Every donation represents someone who believes we can work together to make Maryland more equitable, more resilient and more prosperous …

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