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Governor Moore announces grants to boost ‘smart manufacturing’ in Maryland

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced that the Maryland Department of Commerce has awarded $180,000 in grants to a dozen local manufacturers to help them adopt “smart manufacturing” technologies aimed at increasing energy efficiency and reducing emissions. The funding was provided through the Maryland MADE grant program, which supports small manufacturers in deploying technologies that lead to lasting improvements […]

Gov. Moore names Lester Davis as new chief of staff

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Gov. Wes Moore has named Lester Davis as his new chief of staff, the governor’s office announced this week. Davis, a public service veteran and executive at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, will take over for Fagan Harris, who is leaving at the end of the year. “With his dedication to public service and improving the lives of Marylanders, Lester Davis […]

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Governor Moore recognizes outstanding law enforcement, public safety partnership at Maryland Chiefs of Police Association and Maryland Sheriffs’ Association Annual Public Safety Conference

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

OCEAN CITY, MD—Gov. Wes Moore attended the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association and Maryland Sheriffs’ Association’s annual public safety conference on Monday to honor law enforcement officers from across the state, praising them for their service and partnership in achieving a historic drop in crime. Speaking to more than 350 leaders in law enforcement, Moore said that Maryland has seen […]

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore launches 2026 re-election campaign, touts economic and public safety gains

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Gov. Wes Moore formally announced his bid for re-election in 2026 on Tuesday, emphasizing his administration’s achievements in reducing crime, boosting the economy, and navigating crises like the 2024 Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The announcement, made in a campaign video, comes amid speculation about the rising Democratic star’s potential 2028 presidential ambitions, which he has repeatedly downplayed. […]

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore rules out 2028 Presidential run, focuses on re-election

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) firmly ruled out a presidential run in 2028 during an appearance on NBC’s “Meet the Press” Sunday, emphasizing his commitment to serving a full second term as governor if re-elected in 2026. Moore, 46, has been widely viewed as a potential contender for the Democratic presidential nomination, with his leadership during the 2024 Francis […]

Governor Moore announces $5 million in grants for first-generation Maryland students

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced a $5 million grant initiative to support first-generation students in their pursuit of post-secondary education. The grants, administered through the Next Generation Scholars of Maryland Program, will be used during the 2025-2026 academic year to support community-led programs that assist low-income students in high-poverty school systems. “As we work to prepare the next […]

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Governor Moore signs executive order to ramp up affordable housing push in Maryland

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order Wednesday to accelerate housing production and improve affordability across Maryland, aiming to tackle a statewide housing shortage of 96,000 units. The order, titled “Housing Starts Here,” seeks to streamline the development process and increase the supply of available homes. It follows a 2024 legislative package from the Moore-Miller Administration focused on removing […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus calls on Governor Moore to work with President Trump following National Guard proposal

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD— The Maryland Freedom Caucus issued a statement Tuesday calling on Gov. Wes Moore to work with President Donald Trump, after Trump pledged to offer National Guard assistance to Baltimore to combat crime. The press release from the caucus, a group of conservative state lawmakers, praised Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and cited statistics […]

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