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Governor of the State of Maryland, husband, dad, combat vet // My official government account.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 9d

President Trump failed to make a deal.

Now families across our state and country are left with the fallout.

Addressing the Federal Government Shutdown

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 5h

As inclement weather approaches Maryland, we must stay vigilant and prepared for strong winds, rain, and flooding.

As my team continues to monitor the incoming storm, Marylanders can visit mdem.maryland.gov for more information.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 8h

All fifty states are being forced to fundamentally rethink their relationship with the federal government, especially with a president who continues to look at us and say: ‘You’re on your own.’

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 8h

Our citizens’ lives and livelihoods are being pushed even further into jeopardy. As Maryland continues to lose additional jobs, our economy will suffer more.

We will continue to do everything in our power to protect our people. But no state can fill the enormous gap that this White House created.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 8h

Maryland is home to more than 260,000 federal workers, and Marylanders are paying the highest price.

These are dedicated public servants who devote their careers to keeping our food safe, maintaining public health, and ensuring our seniors, veterans, and children receive the support they need.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 8h

This decision by the White House to use Trump’s shutdown as an excuse to fire people from their jobs is wrong, and we condemn it in the strongest possible terms.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 8h

This is the latest chapter in a campaign of cruelty and recklessness that is breaking essential programs that working people rely on, driving up prices, disrespecting working families, pushing up the nation’s unemployment rate, and sending America’s economy into a ditch.

Axios @axios.com · 13h

🚨 BREAKING: Trump officials say mass federal layoffs have begun

Trump officials confirm mass federal layoffs have begun

Russell Vought announced the cuts Friday.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 17h

❌ Painting fences and taking selfies won’t make our communities safer.

✅ Getting ghost guns off the street, getting additional ATF and FBI support, and working in partnership with local communities has and will make our communities safer.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 1d

In partnership with @oagmaryland.bsky.social, Maryland is co-leading a coalition of 24 attorneys general and governors in support of Oregon’s legal challenge against the attempts to deploy the National Guard for civil law enforcement.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 1d

The fact that Donald Trump is politicizing and misusing our military to go into American cities is deeply disrespectful, dangerous, and un-American.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 1d

For federal employees and contractors impacted by this federal shutdown, please visit our response site for resources and support: response.maryland.gov/federalpubli...

Maryland Workers Impacted by the Federal Government Shutdown

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 1d

Our federal workers are true patriots, working without pay to keep us safe.

We will not turn our back on Marylanders affected by the President’s shutdown.

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True Federal Patriots

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 1d

Energy’s the 2nd largest expense for school districts.

Cutting those costs doesn’t just mean saving money. It means more resources for what really matters — educating our kids.

https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/maryland-36-million-school-energy-efficiency/

$36 million investment in Maryland public schools aims to improve energy efficiency, save money

Maryland is using $36 million in grant funding to help local school districts to adopt cost-saving energy efficiency technologies.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 2d

For federal employees and contractors impacted by this federal shutdown, visit our response site at response.maryland.gov/federalpublicservants/shutdown to see what resources are available for you.

Maryland Workers Impacted by the Federal Government Shutdown

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 2d

ICYMI: Last week, I addressed the state of Maryland to discuss the federal government shutdown and what it means for all of us.

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Governor Wes Moore addressing the state of Maryland about federal government shutdown.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 2d

Day 8 of President Trump’s shutdown:

I’m alarmed that federal workers, including TSA agents and air traffic controllers, will miss their first full paycheck this Friday because of the President’s federal shutdown.

This is no way to run a government.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 3d

As we mark this solemn anniversary, let us hold space for the humanitarian suffering in the region and recommit ourselves to building a world rooted in peace for all people. May Israelis and Palestinians alike find a future where they can live side by side in safety and in dignity.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 3d

To Maryland’s Jewish community: I stand with you in this hour of grief, as we work together to heal, and my heart breaks with you as we’re reminded that antisemitism and hate in all its forms are unacceptable, and we will continue to call it out wherever it rears its ugly head.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 3d

Two years ago, the world witnessed horrific terrorist attacks on October 7th. Today, the First Lady and I light Government House yellow to remember all the innocent lives lost, to stand with the families still grieving, and to honor the strength of those who continue to carry unimaginable pain.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 3d

Without federal tax credits, Marylanders like Bobby could end up paying more than double for the health care they need.

The federal government must come together to ensure that federal programs and tax credits are available to every American who needs them.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 3d

Started our Appalachian Regional Commission Conference with one of the best ways to see some of Mountain Maryland — on the rails!
There’s no Maryland without Appalachia. If we want to leave no one behind, we need to bring Appalachia with us and I’m honored to pursue that mission with our ARC family.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 4d

No state in the country can fill the gap when the federal government abandons its citizens.

But in Maryland, we will continue to lower costs and fight for our state’s families.

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/politics/maryland-premium-assistance-program/65-8d1a8bb4-0a83-4433-92a4-a07c752d76a5

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 4d

While the federal government has left Maryland to fend for themselves, we’ve partnered with the public and private sectors to help provide assistance to federal employees through programs like SNAP, Medicaid, and more.

Here in Maryland, we leave no one behind.

https://youtu.be/v06dXEvnYXY

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 5d

Marylanders are angry and fearful — but they're not surprised by this lack of federal support.

We all deserve more from our federal government.

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 6d

Military families are just as much a part of the American story as service members and veterans.

I know there is a lot of uncertainty right now, especially with the government shutdown. But I also know that we take care of our people.

Governor Moore, First Lady Moore, DVMF Secretary Rothstein with Blue Star Families at Welcome Week Event in front of Government House

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Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 6d

At the very first hour of this shutdown, we took immediate steps to protect our people.

We will get through this moment the way we always have: together.

We Will Get Through This Together

YouTube video by Governor Wes Moore

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