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June 23, 2026
Wes Moore Wins Democratic Nomination for Second Term as Maryland Governor
- Wes Moore won the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, defeating primary challenger Eric Felber and his running mate LaTrece Hawkins Lytes.
- Moore's running mate for the general election is Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller, as candidates for governor and lieutenant governor run on the same ticket in Maryland.
- Despite ruling out a presidential run in 2028, Moore remains a prominent figure in national Democratic politics.
5 Sources
- Live results: Republicans vye to take on Moore in Maryland governor's raceJun 23, 2026 at 9:00 PM · The Hill
- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore starts down path to re-election as 2028 looms in the futureJun 24, 2026 at 12:13 AM · NBC
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- Steve Kornacki explains what to watch in primaries across New York, UtahJun 24, 2026 at 12:24 AM · NBC
- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore projected winner in Democratic primaryJun 24, 2026 at 12:53 AM · NBC