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Moore Invites Trump to Baltimore Amid Crime Debate

8/23/2025

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore invited President Trump to visit Baltimore for a public safety walk in September.
Moore countered Trump's claims about crime in Baltimore, highlighting significant reductions in crime rates.
The Freedom Caucus director's "ghetto governor" remark drew criticism from Maryland Democrats, who called for an apology.
Moore criticized Trump's proposal to use the National Guard for policing as inappropriate and politically motivated.

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore invited President Trump to visit Baltimore for a public safety walk in September.
Moore countered Trump's claims about crime in Baltimore, highlighting significant reductions in crime rates.
The Freedom Caucus director's "ghetto governor" remark drew criticism from Maryland Democrats, who called for an apology.
Moore criticized Trump's proposal to use the National Guard for policing as inappropriate and politically motivated.