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How some of Maryland’s congressional delegation reacted to Trump’s speech
Democratic members of Maryland’s majority-blue federal delegation silently protested, rejected or outright skipped President Donald Trump’s remarks Tuesday.
President Donald Trump, in a dark suit, stands in front of members of Congress and guests in the U.S. House chamber.
Maryland lawmakers float new $1B business tax to close budget hole
With an already-tight budget picture worsening with every action coming out of Washington, Maryland lawmakers are considering a new tax on businesses to keep the government finances in the black.
Construction on the Maryland State House in Annapolis began in 1772 and it's the oldest state capital building in the nation still in continuous legislative use. The building's dome is undergoing a rehabilitation project.
Gov. Moore hopes the Trump administration’s loss is Maryland’s gain
Gov. Wes Moore says his administration is looking to tap into Maryland’s pool of displaced federal workers to fill open state jobs. He said the state needs to help these workers in the face of the Trump administration's “cruelty.”
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, speaking at a news conference in Annapolis, discusses the state’s response to the Trump administration’s assault on the federal government.
Gov. Moore makes his case for budget-balancing plan full of tough choices
More than 100 people signed up to weigh in on the governor’s budget during a marathon public hearing, almost all of them pleading with lawmakers not to raise their taxes or cut a government program they rely on.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore testifies in the House of Delegates on his plan to balance the state’s budget.
Son of Maryland Speaker Adrienne Jones dies
The news spread throughout the Maryland capital complex and lawmakers honored the Baltimore County Democrat and her family with moments of silence.
The office of House of Delegates Speaker Adrienne A. Jones announced Thursday that Jones’ son, Brandon, had died.
Lawmakers may add $1.5 million for attorney general’s federal lawsuits
The plans come as the state lawmakers grapple with a $3 billion budget hole and daily shockwaves from President Donald Trump and the Republican-led Congress ripple through their constituencies.
Del. Ben Barnes said Elon Musk’s efforts to reshape the federal government are a threat to Maryland’s economy.
Wes Moore saw Trump up close — and now the governor sounds totally different
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says he’s willing to work with anyone, but he seems less optimistic that it will be with President Donald Trump.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore in his office in January. Moore attended the National Governors Association meeting in Washington, D.C., last week, witnessing President Donald Trump’s clash with Maine Gov. Janet Mills over transgender athletes in sports.
Meet the federal workers pleading with Andy Harris to fight for them
Career civil servants living in Harris’ district have found that asking their elected official to speak up for them has been as effective as screaming underwater.
Harford County Democrats and Central Committee held a protest outside of Congressman Andy Harris’ Bel Air office earlier this month.
Moore attends WH luncheon where Trump confronts Maine governor over transgender sports policy
Gov. Wes Moore, along with a bipartisan group of governors from across the country, attended a White House luncheon Friday hosted by President Donald Trump, where the Republican verbally clashed with another governor.
Gov. Wes Moore attended a White House luncheon Friday at which President Donald Trump confronted the governor of Maine over a transgender sports policy.
Moore’s effort to reshape statewide education plan hits major opposition
The strong opposition leaves little chance that Moore’s legislation — which would reduce the total increases in spending by $1.6 billion over four years — will remain unchanged before it gets a legislative vote.
Students and other attendees hold signs during a joint bill hearing for Gov. Wes Moore's proposal to scale back a statewide education plan.
President Trump appoints Gov. Moore to governor’s council
The delegation advises on state and federal partnerships for the country’s disaster response efforts, support for military families, cybersecurity and federal budgetary decisions.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore takes questions from reporters on the first day of the General Assembly session in the Maryland State House in Annapolis in January.
Maryland National Guard out of Frederick Douglass parade after DoD order declares Black History Month ‘dead’
Strict guidance from the national defense department crushed plans for a parade held in honor of Frederick Douglass’ 207th birthday because it was being held during Black History Month.
Abolitionist Frederick Douglass is honored with a bronze statue in the Old House of Delegates Chamber in the Maryland State House in Annapolis.
Maryland’s MAGA Republicans like what they’re getting so far from Trump 2.0
Maryland’s own Freedom Caucus says so far, so good on Trump agenda
Del. Kathy Szeliga, a Baltimore County Republican and vice chair of the Maryland Freedom Caucus, speaks during a press conference hosted by the caucus in Annapolis on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025.
Gov. Moore posts job help for Maryland’s federal workers
The digital hub lists legal resources, job hunting support and ways to get financial help, and it reminds job seekers that the state of Maryland is hiring.
Gov. Wes Moore responding to questions during an event at Bowery Farming in Nottingham, MD. 03/06/2024
Maryland agencies checking access to federal funds daily under Trump
Access to funding from bipartisan Biden administration initiatives has also been paused, officials say.
WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 07: U.S. President Donald Trump departs the White House on February 07, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Donald Trump is expected to attend Super Bowl this weekend in New Orleans between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs.
Maryland AG speaks of ‘need to act’ as he pushes back against Trump agenda
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has joined a series of lawsuits that have so far sandbagged the flood of executive orders signed by President Donald Trump.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown addresses legal measures taken by his office related to federal funding and the integrity of the federal payment system regarding actions taken by the Trump administration.
Workplace hazards for Maryland parole agents: Getting shot, stabbed, punched or strangled
State inspectors have cited the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services with health and safety violations after parole agent’s killing.
What Gov. Moore didn’t say in his State of the State speech
Gov. Wes Moore’s sweeping State of the State address covered expansive ground — from his budget plan to public transit, from tax reforms to economic boosts and from education funding to Washington, D.C., chaos.
Gov. Wes Moore delivers his annual State of the State address in the Maryland State House in Annapolis on Wednesday.
Maryland’s state health secretary to resign
Maryland’s state health secretary, Dr. Laura Herrera Scott, is resigning her position at the end of this month, Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday.
Maryland Health Secretary Laura Herrera Scott speaks about a state grant program that will send $120 million worth of grants to organizations that provide mental and behavioral health services for kids so they can partner with schools to bring treatment and other support into schools. The program was the focus of a press conference in Annapolis on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023.
Judge tosses lawsuit claiming flawed Maryland elections
The plaintiffs aimed to stop the certification of the 2024 election.
Early voters cast their ballots at the Randallstown Community Center on October 30, 2024.
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