Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-8th) has emerged as the most prolific fundraiser among Maryland’s congressional delegation, raising more than $2.5 million in the first six months of the year, according to the latest Federal Election Commission reports. This amount is four times what Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st), the second-highest fundraiser in the state, managed to gather, with $609,303. Raskin’s campaign also reported nearly $5.9 million in cash on hand as of June 30, more than doubling the $2.2 million held by Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.).

Raskin’s fundraising prowess places him as the 20th-biggest fundraiser among the 919 House incumbents and challengers who reported any fundraising activity this year. His campaign’s financial success is attributed to his high-profile stance as a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, attracting donations from 44 states, though the majority came from within Maryland. This significant financial lead not only underscores Raskin’s strong support base but also positions him as a formidable candidate in the next elections, with implications for the balance of power within Maryland’s congressional delegation and potentially on a national scale.

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