Overview

• Moore told The Associated Press on May 30 that he is not running for president in 2028 nor seeking vice presidential consideration.
• He headlined the Blue Palmetto Dinner in South Carolina to engage early primary voters and energize the Democratic base.
• The governor plans to seek a second term in Maryland in 2026, emphasizing his record on economic stewardship and crisis management.
• His out-of-state appearances, including meetings with business leaders, have elevated his profile among strategists weighing future presidential contenders.
• Supporters credit Moore’s swift response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse and his bipartisan approach to a recent budget deficit for boosting his national standing.