Maryland General Assembly

Maryland lawmakers will hold a special session in August to consider a constitutional amendment aimed at shaping future congressional redistricting. The proposal seeks to clarify the state constitution following a 2022 court ruling that invalidated a prior map, with Democrats hoping to solidify an 8-0 congressional delegation. Republicans criticized the move as an attempt to dilute GOP representation.

Maryland lawmakers will hold a special session in August to consider a constitutional amendment related to congressional redistricting, aiming to create a map that could result in an 8-0 Democratic delegation. The effort follows a failed redistricting attempt earlier this year and a 2022 court ruling that impacted the current map, with Republicans criticizing the move as a power grab.

Maryland is expanding its energy assistance programs to help residents lower utility bills, with low-income households eligible for up to a 32% increase in benefits. The revised program covers up to 55% of annual heating costs and 47% of electric bills, supported by $48 million in supplemental grants through September. Governor Wes Moore emphasized the need to prevent families from choosing between energy costs and basic necessities.

A top state attorney in Maryland, Haven Shoemaker, resigns after criticizing the state's 'insane' progressive policies, including sanctuary laws for illegal immigrants and high taxes. He claims Maryland is experiencing significant outward migration due to Democratic-led governance and profligate spending.

Haven Shoemaker, a Republican state attorney in Maryland, announced his resignation due to frustration with progressive policies, sanctuary state laws, and high taxes. He claims Maryland's Democratic leadership has caused significant outward migration and criticized profligate spending.