Wes Moore Warns of Federal Election Interference While Launching Service United Initiative

Governor Wes Moore of Maryland, newly appointed chair of the National Governors Association (NGA), said he is “very concerned” that President Donald Trump will use federal authority to undermine the 2024 midterm elections. In an interview, Moore cited Trump’s efforts to restrict mail voting, demand state voter data, and consider deploying federal troops or agents to polling places. At the same time, Moore introduced “Service United,” a $10 million philanthropic program aimed at expanding youth apprenticeships and community service, building on a $5 million apprenticeship expansion announced in Maryland.

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Moore’s warning comes amid a broader partisan clash over election rules. Republicans, including Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, have advocated stricter voter-identification requirements and tighter mail-ballot deadlines, while Democrats warn such measures could suppress turnout. The White House, through spokeswoman Abigail Jackson, countered that Democrats should pass the SAVE America Act, a proof-of-citizenship voting bill stalled in the Senate. Within the Democratic Party, Moore faces internal tension as progressive candidates gain ground in primaries, prompting debate over the party’s ideological direction.

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He linked the need for strong governors to the current “Trump era” reshaping of state-rights arguments. Gov. Gov. The White House declined to comment on Moore’s characterization of Trump’s actions.

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• “It’s an opportunity to help people with a career path,” — Bechara Choucair, the executive vice president and chief health officer at Kaiser Permanente

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• “One of the things I like is the apprenticeship model and getting kids out of the classroom and into more workforce learning,” — Gov. Kevin Stitt, the president

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The NGA is slated to convene its next meeting in February in Washington, where Moore is expected to lead discussions on election security and bipartisan cooperation. Midterm elections across the nation, including pivotal contests in Michigan and Wisconsin, will test the balance between state autonomy and federal involvement in the voting process.

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