Trump, Maryland Gov. Moore Trade Barbs Over Baltimore Crime, Federal Funding

President Donald Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore have engaged in a heated public feud over crime, public safety, and federal funding for Maryland projects. The conflict escalated after Moore criticized Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and invited him to walk Baltimore’s streets to witness the city’s progress, which Trump declined, instead accusing Moore of mismanaging crime and threatening to withhold federal funds for the Francis Scott Key Bridge reconstruction. Trump also questioned Moore’s military honors, prompting Moore to criticize Trump’s Vietnam War draft deferment and call him "President Bone Spurs." Despite some recent declines in Baltimore’s homicide rates, crime remains a significant concern, and political analysts warn that Trump’s threats to cut funding could have serious consequences for Maryland residents. Both leaders have used social media to exchange barbs, with Moore emphasizing partnership and progress, while Trump continues to challenge Moore’s record and approach to public safety. The dispute reflects broader tensions over federal-state relations and political rivalries ahead of the 2025 election cycle.