Maryland Governor Wes Moore Pushes Redistricting Amid 2028 Speculation
· World · NBC News
Maryland Governor Wes Moore is advocating for a ballot measure that would allow state Democratic leaders to redraw congressional district lines to favour their party. This effort comes amid speculation that Moore is preparing for a potential 2028 presidential campaign. A recent poll by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, indicated that 53% of likely Maryland voters plan to reject the measure, including 42% of Democrats. The proposed change seeks to eliminate the requirement for congressional districts to obey natural boundaries, a constitutional issue that led to a previous redistricting attempt being rejected by a state judge in 2022. State Senate President Bill Ferguson, a Democrat, had previously halted a similar effort, citing a lack of majority support among lawmakers.
Why it matters
The outcome of this ballot measure will directly impact the Democratic Party's electoral advantage in Maryland and could significantly affect Governor Moore's political standing and potential future presidential ambitions. Its failure would represent a major political setback for him.
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