Governor of Maryland

Wes Moore

Democrat · Maryland

63rd Governor of Maryland, in office since 2023. Army combat veteran, Rhodes Scholar, and author of 'The Other Wes Moore.' First Black governor of Maryland. Focus on economic mobility, public safety, and lifting working families.

Record

Rising Democratic star with a compelling personal narrative. Balances progressive priorities with pragmatic approach to public safety. Led response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Invested in climate infrastructure and workforce development.

Legislative Record

Recently signed into law

• HB 1554 — Sales and Use Tax - Electricity for Agriculture Purposes - Study and Report (Signed into law, May 26, 2026)

What people are saying

Verdicts from the iRate community on Wes Moore.

• 💪 @Pylej1 Jul 22, 2026

  Does A lot of good things. Excessive self promoter

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