Maryland Democrats unite against Trump’s proposed federal budget cuts Since taking office, Trump has threatened to reduce federal funding for Medicaid and significantly reduce the federal workforce. Oliver Mack May 9, 2025
U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen introduces legislation to force Trump to obey court orders The legislation would force the Trump administration to report how it’s complying with court orders related to U.S. citizens or residents wrongfully deported to El Salvador. Katharine Wilson May 2, 2025
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announces launch of Capital Quantum Benchmarking Hub at UMD The announcement, made in this university’s Discovery District, comes after Moore launched the $1 billion “Capital of Quantum” initiative in January. Oliver Mack April 29, 2025
Trump administration deports another Maryland man in violation of court settlement The 20-year-old man from Venezuela was deported to El Salvador despite having a pending asylum petition. Lillian Glaros April 24, 2025
Maryland lawmakers unveil plans to support laid-off federal workers The state released websites where laid-off federal workers can apply for multiple state job openings with a single application. Oliver Mack April 23, 2025
Maryland legislature passes bill prohibiting ICE agents from ‘sensitive locations’ Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has until May 27 to sign or veto the legislation. Oliver Mack April 21, 2025
4 bills Gov. Wes Moore proposed that failed to pass the 2025 Maryland General Assembly Despite passing more than 800 bills during the 90-day session, Moore said lawmakers “missed an opportunity” to pass some of his priorities. Oliver Mack April 17, 2025
Here’s a look at bills the Maryland General Assembly passed this legislative session During its 90-day session, the legislature passed bills to protect federal workers and grow the state's energy grid. Oliver Mack April 10, 2025
Maryland General Assembly creates committee to track federal policy changes The bipartisan joint committee aims to help the state navigate federal policy changes while the General Assembly is in recess until January 2026. Oliver Mack April 8, 2025
Maryland legislature finalizes budget plan that reduces USM funding by $155 million The Maryland Senate and House of Delegates approved the plan during the last day of its legislative session on Monday. Oliver Mack April 8, 2025