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Governor Moore Defends Worth Amid Trump's Dinner Exclusion

2/14/2026

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Moore Defends Worth

Maryland Governor Wes Moore responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's 'not worthy' remark about a White House dinner for governors, saying the comment does not define his worth.
Trump invited governors from both parties to a February 20 meeting but excluded Moore and Colorado Governor Jared Polis, prompting a Democratic boycott.
The National Governors Association initially indicated all governors would attend, but Trump later claimed otherwise, creating attendance confusion.

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Kelly Skips Dinner

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly will attend a White House meeting on February 20.
She will skip the black-tie dinner over concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump’s invitation policies.
Trump initially refused to invite Democrats, drawing backlash.
Two Democratic governors were disinvited, including Maryland Governor Wes Moore.
The National Governors Association said it will not support events that exclude any governors.

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Moore Defends Worth

Maryland Governor Wes Moore responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's 'not worthy' remark about a White House dinner for governors, saying the comment does not define his worth.
Trump invited governors from both parties to a February 20 meeting but excluded Moore and Colorado Governor Jared Polis, prompting a Democratic boycott.
The National Governors Association initially indicated all governors would attend, but Trump later claimed otherwise, creating attendance confusion.

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