Baltimore, MD - Jan. 30, 2024 - Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced his campaign for Maryland's second congressional district, according to WBALTV.
He released a press release on Tuesday along with a video to officially enter the race for Congress and will attempt to succeed Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger, who will be retiring after 40-plus years in public service. Olszewski is a two-term Baltimore County Executive and has been at the position since 2018.
"Together, we have modernized Baltimore County's government, made historic investments in our schools, roads, parks, and beyond, and tackled issues like gun safety, police reform, and attainable housing. I'm running for Congress so that we can help do the same in D.C.," Olszewski said. "It's time for a new generation of leaders in Washington who will defend our democracy, ensure Maryland remains a beacon of hope for women and choice, act with urgency to combat climate change and work to lower costs for our families. We can do all this — and more — just as we've always done: together."
Olszewski is a former state delegate who served nine years in the state assembly and a former public school teacher. Originally from Dundalk, he is a Sparrows Point High School alumni. He and his wife, Marisa, have a 7-year-old daughter.
This story will be updated.
