Maryland Politics

Primary election: After 16 years, a powerful Democrat’s job on the line over redistricting The Guam Daily Post02:13Maryland Senate Maryland Gerrymandering

Indiana primary results prove it: The GOP is still a Trump cult The New Republic20:00Maryland Senate Maryland Gerrymandering

Maryland Democrats hope brand-new state Voting Rights Act holds in face of Supreme Court ruling Maryland Matters04:23Voting Rights Act Supreme Court Maryland

Maryland Supreme Court: State cannot publicize those unindicted for child sex abuse by clergy Maryland Matters21:13Maryland Baltimore Maryland Crime

Maryland property search tool is back online, nearly two weeks after cyber attack Maryland Matters19:03Maryland Business Maryland Cyber Security

Maryland property search tool goes offline after cyber threat Maryland Matters15:24Maryland Business Maryland Cyber Security

Legislative panel presses pause on Laurel Park purchase Maryland Matters05:09Laurel Park Maryland

Trump order prohibiting contractors’ “Racially discriminatory dei activities” challenged in federal lawsuit Government Contractor Compliance & Regulatory Update10:03Maryland Maryland Business Business (US)

State’s $25K payment to EV nonprofit attracts auditors’ scrutiny Maryland Matters16:44Maryland

How Secret Service agents are trained for a 'zero-fail mission' Business Insider00:15Maryland Military Intelligence Maryland Business

The Trump administration and Maryland are both suing DC water over Potomac sewage spill NOTUS18:15Donald Trump Maryland Water

UMW women’s rugby to compete at collegiate 7s nationals Culpeper Star Exponent04:02

UMW women’s rugby finishes runner-up at Mid-Atlantic qualifier Culpeper Star Exponent04:02

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Yesterday
Primary election: After 16 years, a powerful Democrat’s job on the line over redistricting The Guam Daily Post02:13 10-May-26
In the last 7 days
Maryland Matters reporters improve haul in MDDC awards Maryland Matters08:55 9-May-26
Personal tales take center stage at Anne Arundel County executive housing forum Maryland Matters05:08 9-May-26
Maryland’s new media advertising law raises serious policy concerns Maryland Matters14:02 8-May-26
Amid tight budget, Maryland’s oldest HBCU will cut 79 positions to close $18 million defici Maryland Matters20:35 7-May-26
Retired Judges Urge US Appeals Court to Reject Trump's 'Unprecedented Suit' Against Maryland's Federal Bench Law.com18:23 7-May-26
Legislative panel presses pause on Laurel Park purchase Maryland Matters05:09 7-May-26
Baltimore County landfill closure deal delayed at state board Maryland Matters18:49 6-May-26
Democrat, 25, caught spending thousands of dollars of campaign funds on Waffle House,… MailOnline17:20 6-May-26
Joint Base Andrews Was Leaking Jet Fuel. Maryland Didn’t Know for Months. NOTUS05:08 6-May-26
Indiana Primary Results Prove It: The GOP Is Still a Trump Cult The New Republic20:00 5-May-26
Blackout fears debated at 4th Circuit hearing on proposed Maryland power line Maryland Matters18:59 5-May-26
Governor Moore Approves Affordable Housing Plan to Guide More Than $300 Million in Investments Maryland Governor (Press Release)12:26 5-May-26
Ellis wants lawmakers back to redistrict, veteran reporter retires, in political notes Maryland Matters20:28 4-May-26
Governor Moore Announces New Foreign Direct Investment Partnerships at SelectUSA Summit Maryland Governor (Press Release)18:56 4-May-26
Four years after ban, fire departments stuck with hazardous PFAS foam Maryland Matters05:09 4-May-26
In the last month
Moore officially launches reelection bid with Baltimore, Prince George’s events Maryland Matters16:05 3-May-26
2026 Annapolis Book Festival C-Span (Video)01:08 3-May-26
Governor Moore Breaks Ground at Sparrows Point Container Terminal, Celebrating Historic Private Investment and Job… Maryland Governor (Press Release)17:46 1-May-26
Moore: Closed primary election system ‘has run its course’ Maryland Matters20:31 30-Apr-26
'The virus would only spread': Entire court sued by Trump admin urges 4th Circuit to slam door… Law & Crime14:37 30-Apr-26
Ad war begins as Democrats compete for Baltimore County Executive seat WYPR13:44 30-Apr-26
Democrat-founded firm banks several GOP campaigns Punchbowl News07:07 30-Apr-26
Maryland Democrats hope brand-new state Voting Rights Act holds in face of Supreme Court ruling Maryland Matters04:23 30-Apr-26
Governor Moore Signs Legislation to Protect Marylanders’ Pocketbooks in Grocery Stores, Safeguard Voting Rights, and… Maryland Governor (Press Release)15:36 28-Apr-26
Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers on Promise to Drive Down Costs to Rebuild Maryland’s Francis… US Department of Transportation (Press Release)14:41 28-Apr-26
Governor Moore Continues “Delivering for Maryland” Tour in Prince George’s County, Highlighting Rental Assistance and… Maryland Governor (Press Release)23:28 27-Apr-26
Maryland Supreme Court: State cannot publicize those unindicted for child sex abuse by clergy Maryland Matters21:13 27-Apr-26
Maryland property search tool is back online, nearly two weeks after cyber attack Maryland Matters19:03 27-Apr-26
Trump Order Prohibiting Contractors’ “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” Challenged in Federal Lawsuit Government Contractor Compliance & Regulatory Update10:03 27-Apr-26
Transcript: Rep. Jamie Raskin on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 CBS News12:22 26-Apr-26
How Secret Service agents are trained for a 'zero-fail mission' Business Insider00:15 26-Apr-26
Maryland joins lawsuit against EPA for failing to follow rules on airborne ‘fine particulate matter’ Maryland Matters12:53 25-Apr-26
Maryland Libertarian Party Will Use Signatures on its Party Petition for 2028, not 2026 Ballot Access News (Weblog)10:37 25-Apr-26
After the confetti: Maryland lawmakers return to other jobs after the legislative session Maryland Matters05:28 25-Apr-26
Governor Moore Announces $4 Million in Road to Careers Grants, Helping Train Hundreds for Transportation and… Maryland Governor (Press Release)19:43 24-Apr-26
Maryland allows new chicken house construction to resume after permitting delay Maryland Matters17:40 24-Apr-26
Blue state residents 'fleeing in droves' after ‘insane’ progressive takeover, says top state… Fox News11:25 24-Apr-26
DHS starts deportation of woman whose loved one died in the Baltimore bridge collapse WUWM10:25 24-Apr-26
DHS starts deportation of woman whose loved one died on Baltimore's Key Bridge WUWM08:02 24-Apr-26
Sudden cannabis reclassification leaves Maryland industry, regulators confused Maryland Matters21:25 23-Apr-26
USDA Moves to Shutter Maryland Research Facility NOTUS18:00 23-Apr-26
Governor Moore Announces $19 Million in Grow Your Own Grant Awards, Creating Career Pathways for More than 620 Educators Maryland Governor (Press Release)17:10 23-Apr-26
State’s $25K payment to EV nonprofit attracts auditors’ scrutiny Maryland Matters16:44 23-Apr-26
Maryland could have identified fraudulent lead inspections sooner, auditors say Maryland Matters12:11 23-Apr-26
Churn in the Statehouse should make for interesting, and crowded, legislative races Maryland Matters05:03 23-Apr-26
Mayor Scott’s chief of staff files complaint over Inspector General Cumming’s online post Baltimore Brew17:58 22-Apr-26
With the legislative session past, all eyes turn to looming primaries Maryland Matters05:27 22-Apr-26
Governor Moore Announces $1.5 Million in Philanthropic Awards to ENOUGH Communities to Support Education and Child Care … Maryland Governor (Press Release)13:38 21-Apr-26
Governor Moore Launches “Delivering for Maryland” Tour in St. Mary’s County, Highlighting Three Years of Progress and… Maryland Governor (Press Release)19:37 20-Apr-26
Instructional coaches coming soon to Maryland elementary schools Maryland Matters19:09 20-Apr-26
The Trump Administration and Maryland Are Both Suing DC Water Over Potomac Sewage Spill NOTUS18:15 20-Apr-26
House Republican Who Replaced Mtg Posts Video Trolling Maryland In Bizarre Rant Against ‘Woke’ Hotel Mediaite15:40 20-Apr-26
Maryland property search tool goes offline after cyber threat Maryland Matters15:24 20-Apr-26
Governor Moore Announces State Acquisition of Laurel Park, Securing Future of Maryland’s Thoroughbred Racing Industry… Maryland Governor (Press Release)13:50 20-Apr-26
Umw women’s rugby finishes runner-up at Mid-Atlantic qualifier Culpeper Star Exponent04:02 20-Apr-26
Umw women’s rugby hosts Marc 7s championship Culpeper Star Exponent04:02 20-Apr-26
Umw women’s rugby to compete at collegiate 7s nationals Culpeper Star Exponent04:02 20-Apr-26
Not just Trump: Redistricting race will hinge on what these state leaders did NPR05:05 18-Apr-26
Governor Moore Announces Downtown Sykesville as Winner of 2026 Great American Main Street Award, Maryland’s First Since … Maryland Governor (Press Release)16:08 17-Apr-26
Millions already raised, spent on handful of Maryland congressional primaries Maryland Matters05:44 17-Apr-26
Federal court halts planned ICE detention center in Maryland Washington Examiner19:33 16-Apr-26
Governor Moore Announces $5.2 Million in EARN Maryland Grants to Help More than 2,000 Marylanders Train for In-Demand… Maryland Governor (Press Release)12:15 16-Apr-26
Umw men’s rugby falls to Navy in D1A playoffs Culpeper Star Exponent00:22 16-Apr-26
Judge extends pause on work to turn Maryland warehouse into immigrant detention Boulder Daily Camera, Colorado19:39 15-Apr-26
Baltimore lowers fluoride levels in water, citing supply chain issues from Iran war Washington Examiner16:27 15-Apr-26
Governor Moore Announces Clym Environmental Services Expansion in Allegany County, with 75 New Jobs Expected in Maryland Maryland Governor (Press Release)15:02 15-Apr-26
Huffman, Schiff, Padilla Announce More than $3 Million for Rural and Tribal Transportation Infrastructure Projects in… U.S. Congressman Jared Huffman (Press Release)12:38 15-Apr-26
Voting Rights Act for Maryland stirred emotions well before Monday meltdown Maryland Matters08:27 15-Apr-26
US Vice President Offers Theological Advice to Pope, King Charles Will Visit DC and Virginia, and Maryland May Soon… Washingtonian07:47 15-Apr-26
Democrat tough talk fails in Maryland, where congressional redistricting plan dies on the vine The Blaze07:46 15-Apr-26
Maryland leaders tout ‘highly productive’ session at first bill signing after Sine Die Maryland Matters07:05 15-Apr-26
Governor Moore Breaks Ground on $65 Million ARLIS Headquarters, Bolstering Maryland's Leadership in Quantum Innovation Maryland Governor (Press Release)18:38 14-Apr-26
“Democrats’ Redistricting Effort in Maryland Runs Out of Time” Election Law (Weblog)17:58 14-Apr-26
Governor Moore Signs Legislation To Protect Our People By Safeguarding Public Health and Securing Short-Term Rental… Maryland Governor (Press Release)17:07 14-Apr-26
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore falls short in bid to redraw congressional map to boost Democrats PBS Online13:45 14-Apr-26
Gov. Moore's Redistricting Push Fails in Maryland Legislature NewsMax07:40 14-Apr-26
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., discusses the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports WUWM06:55 14-Apr-26
Gov. Wes Moore falls short in push to redraw Maryland's congressional map to boost Democrats MailOnline00:57 14-Apr-26
Governor Wes Moore falls short in push to redraw Maryland’s congressional map to boost Democrats Boston Globe00:50 14-Apr-26
Penman wins appeal, reinstatement to seat on Harford County Council Maryland Matters00:41 14-Apr-26
Governor Moore Celebrates Passage of Entire 2026 Legislative Agenda, Delivering on Commitment to Protect Marylanders,… Maryland Governor (Press Release)00:28 14-Apr-26
Maryland ‘sanctuary' bill limiting ICE cooperation sets up clash with Trump Miami Herald21:33 13-Apr-26
Governor Moore, Senate President Ferguson, and House Speaker Peña-Melnyk Announce Agreement to Pass Utility RELIEF Act Maryland Governor (Press Release)19:31 13-Apr-26
Maryland high court strikes Dove from House ballot Maryland Matters14:54 13-Apr-26
Where the horses were tied outside Maryland Matters07:46 13-Apr-26
The General Assembly wants to encourage energy competition again. But will it work? Maryland Matters07:11 13-Apr-26
Political notes: ‘Flowers’ for the living, cupcakes for the interim birthday caucus Maryland Matters07:05 13-Apr-26
Rep. Andy Harris: Guest Visas Don't Violate Border Policy NewsMax10:59 12-Apr-26
After marathon session, House approves amended version of Community Trust Act Maryland Matters06:28 12-Apr-26
Senate rushes Community Trust Act through, limiting immigration cooperation Maryland Matters08:33 11-Apr-26
Trump says US will have Strait of Hormuz 'open fairly soon' The Korea Times20:32 10-Apr-26
Iran War Powers Vote Blocked as House Republicans Gavel Out Before Democrats Can Speak crypto.news19:39 10-Apr-26
A Maryland Hospital Held a Woman for Months Against Her Will. The Supreme Court Will Decide if She Can Sue. Reason16:34 10-Apr-26
Trump is turning warehouses into ICE detention camps. Can Maryland stop him? The Real News Network14:52 10-Apr-26
Prosecutors Put Rap Lyrics on Trial. Maryland Is About to Shut It Down Rolling Stone10:10 10-Apr-26
Senate panel votes to advance reworked Community Trust Act Maryland Matters06:36 10-Apr-26
‘No Kings Act’ sails through House despite Republican pushback Maryland Matters06:18 10-Apr-26
Opinion: How New York (and Maryland) can make dining out safe City & State New York05:11 10-Apr-26
Wes Moore is focused on Maryland but Democrats want him to run in 2028 Washington Examiner01:52 10-Apr-26

      
            
      
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Maryland is considered a blue state. In the federal government, Maryland is represented by two U.S. Senators and eight U.S. Representatives. Both Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen are Democrats. Of the eight Representatives, seven are Democrats and one is a Republican. Maryland has a Democrat governor, Wes Moore, who was elected in 2022. The state legislature is also controlled by the Democrats, who have majorities in both chambers.

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