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State Authority vs. Federal Overreach Ft. Maryland Governor Wes Moore | The Joy Reid Show, Aug 27, 2025

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Aug 28, 2025
Wes Moore, the Governor of Maryland and decorated military veteran, dives deep into issues of state rights and civil liberties. He critiques the authoritarian tendencies of the Trump administration and discusses the implications of federal overreach, particularly in military actions. Moore emphasizes the urgency of addressing reparations and immigration, while also fighting against gerrymandering. He underscores the importance of preserving historical education amid censorship and promotes hope and resilience for Maryland's future.
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INSIGHT

Governors Control The Guard

  • Governors control state National Guard activations and can block federal misuse of guard troops.
  • Wes Moore warns he will not authorize Maryland Guard for performative federal operations.
INSIGHT

Posse Comitatus Limits Military Policing

  • Deploying active-duty troops for municipal policing violates Posse Comitatus and endangers service members.
  • Moore says military units are not trained for municipal policing and such use is dangerous abuse of power.
ADVICE

Keep Guard Ready For Local Emergencies

  • Prioritize Guard readiness for state emergencies rather than sending units away for political displays.
  • Moore urges governors not to divert guards from flood, rescue, and local crisis duties to D.C. theatrics.
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