In a closely watched Democratic primary, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott secured victory in a rematch against former Mayor Sheila Dixon. The election took place on May 14, 2024, and Scott emerged as the winner, positioning himself for a second term in office1. The race was closely contested, with Scott holding a several-thousand-vote lead over Dixon as results came in Tuesday evening. More than 70 percent of precincts reported their results, including early voting and a first round of mail-in ballots. The Associated Press called the race for Scott around 11:30 p.m. that night.
This victory marks a significant moment in Baltimore’s political landscape, as both candidates had previously faced off in the 2020 mayoral race. In that election, Scott narrowly defeated Dixon, and their rematch in 2024 captured attention once again. Dixon, who served as mayor before her tenure was cut short in 2010 due to a plea deal related to misappropriated gift cards meant for low-income families, aimed to reclaim the position. However, Scott’s strong showing secured his place as the Democratic nominee for mayor3.
As Scott celebrates his win, Baltimore residents await the next chapter in the city’s leadership, with the general election ahead. The outcome of this closely contested race will undoubtedly shape the city’s future and policies moving forward4
The Rematch
The 2020 mayoral race had pitted Scott against Dixon, resulting in a narrow win for Scott. Their 2024 rematch promised a fierce battle for the Democratic nomination. Dixon, who previously served as mayor until her tenure was cut short in 2010 due to a plea deal related to misappropriated gift cards meant for low-income families, sought to reclaim the position.
The Results
As results trickled in on Tuesday evening, Scott maintained a several-thousand-vote lead over Dixon. With more than 70 percent of precincts reporting, the Associated Press officially called the race for Scott around 11:30 p.m. that night. His victory secures his place as the Democratic nominee for mayor, positioning him for a second term in office.
Scott’s Background
Brandon Maurice Scott, born on April 8, 1984, has deep roots in Baltimore. Raised in the Park Heights neighborhood, he admired the late Congressman Elijah Cummings as a role model during his formative years. Scott graduated from Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School in 2002 and holds a degree in political science from St. Mary’s College of Maryland (2006).Brandon Scott is an American politician who has been serving as the mayor of Baltimore, Maryland since 2020. Scott was born and raised in Park Heights, Baltimore.He graduated from Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School in 2002.
Scott holds a degree in political science from St. Mary’s College of Maryland (2006).After college, Scott worked as a liaison for City Council President Stephanie Rawlings-Blake.In 2011,
he was elected as the city councilperson for Baltimore’s second district, becoming one of the youngest ever elected to city office.As a council member, he oversaw the reinstatement of Council Oversight of the Baltimore Police Department.In May 2019, the Baltimore City Council unanimously voted to elevate Scott to serve as the City Council president, succeeding Bernard C. “Jack” Young.Scott participated in the 300 Man March, a nonviolence group.
Scott won the June 2020 Democratic primary for mayor.He secured victory in the November 3 general election and took office on December 8, 2020.As mayor, he holds strong mayoral powers in Baltimore’s government structure.Brandon Scott’s leadership continues to shape Baltimore’s future, addressing critical issues such as crime,