Wes Moore Warns of Trump Election Interference Risks

Maryland Governor Wes Moore, as the new chair of the National Governors Association, has expressed significant concerns regarding potential interference in the midterm elections by the federal government, particularly under the influence of former President Donald Trump. He warned that administrative pressures on state-level election rules are already evident, with specific threats including new federal restrictions on mail-in ballots, demands for detailed voter databases from states, and the possible deployment of federal personnel at polling locations, which could intimidate voters.

Moore stressed the importance of bipartisan cooperation among state leaders to safeguard constitutional rights, asserting that the U.S. Constitution grants states the authority to run elections, thereby preventing federal overreach.

He also noted the political implications of his warnings, as he builds a national profile ahead of the 2028 elections, positioning himself as a defender of democracy against Trump.