Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Launches 2026 Reelection Campaign

Maryland Governor Wes Moore officially launched his 2026 reelection campaign, emphasizing bipartisan solutions and criticizing President Donald Trump's policies for increasing costs and harming middle-class Americans. Since taking office in 2023 as Maryland’s first Black governor, Moore has overseen record low unemployment, crime reduction efforts, a response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, and tax cuts for the middle class. He highlighted his commitment to improving public schools, ending childhood poverty, and expanding economic opportunities for Maryland families. Despite speculation about a 2028 presidential run, Moore has firmly stated he is focused on serving his full term as governor. The Democratic primary will see challengers including Ralph Jaffe, while Moore’s approval rating stands at around 50%. The campaign video and recent public statements underscore Moore’s positioning against Trump’s agenda and his promise to continue progress in Maryland.