Maryland Democrats are concerned about the implications of a Republican-controlled Senate and a GOP president on their state’s federal funding. With Trump’s presidency, there is uncertainty about potential cuts to federal funding that could impact Maryland’s large federal workforce and various agencies. Trump has expressed a desire to reduce the size of the federal government, which could have negative consequences for the state. However, some Republicans in Maryland see Trump’s proposals as beneficial, such as deporting criminals and sealing the border.
Governor Wes Moore remains committed to moving forward together and ensuring that no one is left behind in the state. One of his priorities is reviving the Red Line light-rail project for Baltimore, which was previously canceled by Gov. Larry Hogan. Senators Cardin and Van Hollen secured language in a congressional infrastructure package to revisit the Red Line project, highlighting the importance of such projects for Maryland’s development.
Furthermore, Maryland lawmakers are hopeful that Congress will approve legislation requiring the federal government to pay 100% of the cost of rebuilding the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge. They are looking for opportunities to attach this legislation to a spending bill during the current “lame duck” session. Despite the uncertainty surrounding Trump’s presidency, Maryland officials are optimistic that they can navigate these challenges and continue to advocate for the state’s interests at the federal level.
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