Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Baltimore, on Tuesday warned that banning federal funds for Planned Parenthood would cut off vital health care services for low-income Maryland women.
Justice Department to Investigate Death in Baltimore Police Custody
The Justice Department said Tuesday it will investigate the death of Freddie Gray after members of Maryland’s Congressional delegation sent the department a letter requesting an inquiry.
Edwards Raised $335,000 in First Three Weeks of Campaign
Rep. Donna Edwards raised $335,000 in the first 21 days of her campaign for the U.S. Senate, utilizing the national progressive groups that have endorsed her.
Tuesday Politics Roundup: O’Malley, Clinton, Mikulski and Cummings
Martin O’Malley reminded supporters that he still existed after Hillary Clinton announced her candidacy for president, Barbara Mikulski endorsed Clinton and Elijah Cummings says he’s No. 1.
Rushern Baker Endorses Van Hollen in Senate Race
Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker endorsed Rep. Chris Van Hollen, D-Kensington, on Wednesday morning in the race to replace retiring Sen. Barbara Mikulski in the U.S. Senate.
Maryland Lawmakers Celebrate Maryland Day Using Social Media
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House Democrats Express Concerns About Outdated Voting Machines
Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Baltimore, joined other House Democrats in a letter Wednesday urging the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review the status of voting machine technology and the potential problems posed by using outdated equipment.
Congressional Democrats Urge Hogan to Support Red, Purple Lines
The Democrats in Maryland’s Congressional delegation sent Gov.-elect Larry Hogan a letter Thursday expressing strong support for the Red Line transit project in Baltimore and the Purple Line project in suburban Washington.