Maryland’s Wes Moore says he’s not running for president but high-profile stops keep chatter alive
May 29, 2025
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has been saying for months that he does not plan to run for president in 2028. That isn’t stopping persistent talk about his future political plans, though. He’s often mentioned as a potential candidate for national office. While Moore says he’s focusing on being governor, he is still making appearances that get him national attention outside Maryland. On Friday, he is set to travel to speak at the Blue Palmetto Dinner in the early primary state of South Carolina. Moore says he’s keeping focused on being the state’s governor during a challenging time.
