US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Baltimore County named in DOJ’s new ‘sanctuary jurisdiction’ list, Executive disputes claim

Posted on by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Department of Justice on Tuesday released a list of 35 states, counties, and cities identified as “sanctuary jurisdictions” for allegedly impeding federal immigration enforcement, with Baltimore County, Maryland, among those included. The designation, part of an executive order signed by President Donald Trump in April, signals potential legal action against jurisdictions deemed to hinder cooperation with federal […]

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Solar Panels Green Energy

Governor Moore announces $64 million to accelerate ‘clean energy’ deployment

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore on Monday announced a new $64 million program to help Maryland’s counties, cities and towns reduce energy costs and modernize infrastructure with clean energy projects. The new “Local Government Energy Modernization Program,” to be administered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), provides one-time funding to help local jurisdictions move away from outdated, inefficient systems and […]

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David Marks

Councilman Marks casts vote against IG nominee, urges eeappointment of Madigan

Posted on by Chris Montcalmo

The following is an op-ed piece from Councilman David Marks. On Monday, August 4th, a majority of the Baltimore County Council rejected the County Executive’s choice for Inspector General. I opposed the nomination. In all my years as a Councilman, I have never seen such opposition to an appointment—and support for the current Inspector General, Kelly Madigan. I received emails […]

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Khadija Walker

Baltimore County Council rejects inspector general nominee

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TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Council on Monday rejected the nomination of Khadija Walker as the new inspector general, leaving the position vacant and requiring County Executive Kathy Klausmeier to propose a new candidate. The council’s vote against Walker’s confirmation followed weeks of public controversy and widespread disapproval over her nomination. The move was widely seen as a rejection of Klausmeier’s […]

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Ryan Nawrocki Kathy Szeliga

Two Maryland delegates urge Baltimore County Council to reject appointment of Khadija Walker as next Inspector General

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BALTIMORE, MD—Two Maryland delegates are urging the Baltimore County Council to reject the appointment of Khadija Walker as the next Inspector General and to instead reappoint the current officeholder, Kelly Madigan, as the debate over the position intensifies ahead of a scheduled vote. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga issued a joint statement voicing their “strong support” for Madigan, who […]

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Julie Henn

School Board member Julie Henn expresses support for Madigan as Baltimore County Inspector General

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The following is an opinion piece from Baltimore County Board of Education member Julie Henn. The Office of the Inspector General was created to provide increased accountability and oversight in the operations of Baltimore County Government by identifying fraud, waste, and abuse.  The office also finds opportunities to promote efficiency, accountability, and integrity. And that’s exactly what Inspector Kelly Madigan […]

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Education Department restores Maryland funding after coalition lawsuit

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BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Department of Education has released more than $100 million in previously withheld funding to Maryland, following a lawsuit (PDF) filed by a coalition of state attorneys general, Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced on Friday. The funding was frozen by the Trump administration on June 30, just weeks before the start of the school year. Maryland was […]

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Baltimore County Department of Aging

Baltimore County Department of Aging honored with national awards

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TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging has received two national Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties, recognizing its innovative programs designed to connect and empower older adults. The awards highlight the department’s efforts to foster healthier, more connected lives for the county’s senior population. “This national recognition reflects the outstanding work happening right here in Baltimore County,” […]

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