Republicans eye Wes Moore’s redistricting measure to boost GOP in blue Maryland

Published October 13, 2026 6:00am ET



Gov. Wes Moore’s (D-MD) embrace of an unpopular redistricting referendum has the potential to undercut Democratic momentum and motivate Republicans to go to the polls this November, a move that would counteract President Donald Trump’s expected drag on the party.

At least, it’s a possible outcome that has some Maryland Republicans crossing their fingers.

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