Former Baltimore Police Spokesperson T.J. Smith 'Closing In On A Final Decision' About Running For Mayor
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- Former Baltimore Police Department spokesperson T.J. Smith, rumored to be considering running for mayor in 2020, said Friday he's "closing in on a final decision" on whether to run for the city's top job.
"I have spoken to a diverse team of thinkers and problem solvers who all want the same thing; the very best for our region and city," Smith wrote on Facebook Friday night. "I have been humbled to be asked by a cross section of people to give serious thought and consideration to being a candidate and that is exactly what I have been doing."
Smith currently serves as the spokesperson for Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski.
Eleven candidates have filed paperwork with the state indicating they plan to run for mayor.
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