Gov. Wes Moore is entering the two-year period leading up to his reelection bid with nearly $5 million in campaign cash after stepping up his fundraising efforts in 2024, which also included raising millions for other Democratic candidates,

Moore has said the state will face difficult choices in handling its worst financial crisis in 20 years, leading to shortfalls that could reach nearly $6 billion by 2030.

Gov. Wes Moore proposes tax hikes for Maryland's highest earners and budget cuts to address fiscal challenges and reduce the state's deficit.