Wes Moore

Maryland GovernorWon

Party: Democrat
Seat: Incumbent

DWes Moore64.4%

RDan Cox31.3%

2,016,603 votes. Called by NBC.

Researched Nov 9, 2026

Top issues

EconomyCites more than 55,000 new businesses and projects such as a $2 billion AstraZeneca expansion.wesmoore.com
Public safetyPoints to a 44 percent drop in homicides and a 40 percent drop in non-fatal shootings statewide.wesmoore.com
EducationCites record K-12 funding for four straight years and fewer teacher vacancies.wesmoore.com
Taxes and budgetSays a projected $1.5 billion shortfall became a $250 million surplus with no new taxes or fees.wesmoore.com

Recent media appearances

DebateOct 6, 2026MPT/WBAL-TV 2026 debate: Wes Moore, Dan Cox on the issues in Maryland governor's raceMaryland Public Television / WBAL-TV

Overview

Wes Moore is the Democratic governor of Maryland, in office since 2023, and sought a second term in 2026 with Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller as his running mate. thebanner.com wesmoore.com

His 2026 opponent was Republican Dan Cox, in a rematch of the 2022 governor's race. thebanner.com

Platform

Says he and Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller are expanding pathways to work, wages and wealth for every Maryland family.wesmoore.com

Wes Moore

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