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Maryland Governor Moore's Approval Plummets to 48% Amid Tax Concerns

4/4/2026

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Moore's Approval Declines

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's approval rating fell to 48% in a UMBC poll, the first time below 50% in two years.
Disapproval is driven by raised taxes (27%) and poor leadership (24%).
The poll shows a partisan divide: 69% of Democrats approve compared with 25% of Republicans.
In a separate issue, Gov. Moore criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for a lack of clarity on the mission's objectives in Iran.

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Moore Critiques Trump

Maryland Governor Wes Moore criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's handling of the Iran conflict, calling it a 'forever war' similar to Afghanistan.
Moore expressed concern about lack of clarity on mission objectives and the burden on troops and taxpayers.
He highlighted the emotional toll on military families.
U.S. President Donald Trump maintains conflict could end in two to three weeks.
Trump emphasizes dismantling Iran's military capabilities and preventing nuclear development.

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Moore's Approval Declines

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's approval rating fell to 48% in a UMBC poll, the first time below 50% in two years.
Disapproval is driven by raised taxes (27%) and poor leadership (24%).
The poll shows a partisan divide: 69% of Democrats approve compared with 25% of Republicans.
In a separate issue, Gov. Moore criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for a lack of clarity on the mission's objectives in Iran.

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