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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore addresses Rachel Morin, Kilmar Abrego Garcia cases • Apr. 24, 2025, 5:18 AM ET (CBS)
New Maryland laws include expungement reform, increased support for federal workers • Apr. 22, 2025, 1:44 PM ET (CBS)
Moore's maglev support angers Marylanders in path of high-speed train: 'Can't stop fighting' • Apr. 20, 2025, 5:11 AM ET (CBS)
Maryland Gov. Moore explores future of transportation technology during trade mission in Japan • Apr. 14, 2025, 4:20 AM ET (CBS)
Nearly 100 bills signed into Maryland law by Gov. Moore at end of 2025 legislative session, including public safety and immigration issues • Apr. 10, 2025, 12:53 AM ET (CBS)

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Also Known As Westley Watende Omari Moore
Born October 15, 1978 (age 46) • Takoma Park • Maryland
Title / Office governor (2023-), Maryland

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