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Governor Moore's Commencement Speeches Spark 2028 Presidential Speculation

3/9/2026

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore will deliver May commencement addresses in battleground states.
He will speak at Valley Forge Military Academy (PA), Johnson C. Smith University (NC), and Frostburg State University (MD).
The schedule has fueled speculation about a 2028 presidential bid, with Moore prioritizing governing Maryland.
Moore said, "I love my job," while not ruling out a White House bid and focusing on his governor role.

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore will deliver May commencement addresses in battleground states.
He will speak at Valley Forge Military Academy (PA), Johnson C. Smith University (NC), and Frostburg State University (MD).
The schedule has fueled speculation about a 2028 presidential bid, with Moore prioritizing governing Maryland.
Moore said, "I love my job," while not ruling out a White House bid and focusing on his governor role.