Why Rushern L. Baker III’s endorsement could cost the former Maryland gubernatorial candidate more than $850,000

When Democratic voters cast their ballots this summer, they’ll see Rushern L. Baker III’s name on the list of candidates for governor even though he’s no longer campaigning or trying to win votes. Baker, who was making his second try at winning Maryland’s governorship, suspended his campaign in June, citing a lack of money and an unclear path to victory in a crowded field of Democratic contenders.