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Maryland Special Session to Elect New House Speaker

12/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On December 16, 2025, Maryland Governor Wes Moore called a special session to elect a new House speaker after Adrienne Jones's resignation.
Adrienne Jones stepped down after six years as the first Black and first female House speaker.
The session will elect a successor in a public floor session streamed live from the State House in Annapolis before the regular session begins on January 14, 2026.

History

Historical Context

Kamala Harris made history in 2020 as the first female Vice President of the United States, symbolizing a significant shift in political representation. In 2019, Adrienne Jones became Maryland's first Black and female House Speaker, a role she held until her resignation in 2025. These milestones reflect ongoing changes in leadership dynamics, emphasizing the increasing presence of women and minorities in government.

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Story summary

On December 16, 2025, Maryland Governor Wes Moore called a special session to elect a new House speaker after Adrienne Jones's resignation.
Adrienne Jones stepped down after six years as the first Black and first female House speaker.
The session will elect a successor in a public floor session streamed live from the State House in Annapolis before the regular session begins on January 14, 2026.

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