Maryland Governor Wes Moore is set to travel to South Carolina for the Blue Palmetto Dinner, a key event for the state’s Democratic Party, later this month. During this event, Moore will be the headline speaker, according to reports from POLITICO. In addition to this, he will be giving a commencement speech at Lincoln University, located in Pennsylvania, and will also appear on national television programs like ‘The View.’ Moore’s decision to focus on these public engagements is part of an effort to increase his visibility and build support as he prepares for the 2028 elections.
Despite the widespread speculation that Moore might be running for president, Moore has explicitly stated that he is not running for the position in 2028. During an interview with POLITICO, he made it clear that his current focus is on ensuring that Maryland has a significant period of growth and development in the coming years. Moore has also drawn praise from notable figures such as George Clooney, who has been a long-time supporter of his political ambitions. However, Moore’s main focus remains on winning his second term as governor, rather than on the 2028 presidential race, which is still three years away.
The political landscape is evolving as other potential Democratic candidates also prepare for the 2028 race. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker recently visited New Hampshire to attend a dinner, where he criticized ‘do-nothing Democrats,’ while Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer took a more conciliatory approach by appearing alongside President Trump at a rally and claiming a victory in the state. Former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo also signaled her possible interest in running for the presidency, while former Vice President Kamala Harris has been making her own moves, including making comments on the state of the economy and American democracy, as she considers both a gubernatorial campaign and a potential presidential bid.