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Moore's Approval Slips to 52% as Marylanders Voice Tax Strain in New Poll

The findings coincide with a $1.4 billion budget gap, with leaders pledging to balance without new taxes.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore addresses questions about his upcoming election, the state and the upcoming legislative session. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)
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Overview

  • Statewide Gonzales Research polling shows 52% approve of Gov. Wes Moore’s performance, down from 64% in September 2024, with 41% disapproving.
  • Tax sentiment is negative, as 58% say they pay too much, including 88% of Republicans, 68% of independents, and 41% of Democrats.
  • Approval remains polarized: about 73% of Democrats back Moore’s job performance, while roughly 41–42% of independents approve and Republicans largely do not.
  • In a 2026 test ballot, 50% say they would vote for Moore, 28% for a Republican challenger, 16% are undecided, and 6% prefer a third-party candidate.
  • The survey of 808 likely voters was conducted Dec. 21–Jan. 6 by landline and cell with a ±3.5% margin of error, as lawmakers prepare to close a $1.4 billion deficit using spending cuts and limited reserves.