BREAKING: Jones Secures Dual State’s Attorney Endorsements in Major Political Power Move
(TOWSON – April 8, 2026) — In what could prove to be a defining moment in the race for Baltimore County Executive, Councilman Julian Jones has secured a powerful and potentially game-changing pair of endorsements.
On a crisp morning in Towson, Jones announced that he has earned the backing of both Scott D. Shellenberger and Ivan J. Bates—the top prosecutors in Baltimore County and Baltimore City, respectively.
In a region where politics and public safety are deeply intertwined, the significance cannot be overstated.
A Rare Regional Alignment
Endorsements come and go in political campaigns—but this is different.
To secure support from both State’s Attorneys in the Greater Baltimore region signals more than political favor. It reflects a coordinated vote of confidence from two of the most influential law enforcement figures in Maryland.
For voters, particularly those concerned with crime and public safety, this alignment sends a clear message: Jones is being positioned as the candidate trusted to lead on day one.
Raising the Stakes in a Tight Race
With the Democratic primary set for June 23, today’s announcement reshapes the landscape.
Jones has not only strengthened his candidacy—he has raised the bar for every opponent in the race. Campaigns that were once competitive now face a new reality: they are playing catch-up.
This kind of institutional support can influence fundraising, voter perception, and momentum in the critical final stretch.
Jones: “Ready to Lead on Day One”
In a statement following the announcement, Jones emphasized the weight of the endorsements:
“Today I was proud to earn the endorsement of Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan J. Bates, Esq. and Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger.
The most important responsibility of any County Executive is to keep our residents safe.
The trust of our region’s two top law enforcement officials is a clear signal that we’re ready to lead on day one.”
The Bottom Line
This isn’t just another endorsement headline.
This is a strategic consolidation of law enforcement credibility—and in a race where public safety will be front and center, it could be decisive.
If nothing else, one thing is now clear:
Julian Jones has made his move.
