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Who really elects the Montgomery County executive?
Commentary: Low voter turnout and closed primaries shape the election of county executives raising questions about Democratic representation.
Political nominees face calls to acknowledge 2020 election results
Commentary: Senate nominees refusing to confirm Joe Biden won the 2020 election risk undermining government legitimacy.
Praise for judge’s ruling in Trump’s IRS case
Commentary: Judge Kathleen Williams voided the $10 billion IRS settlement in Trump's lawsuit, citing misconduct by lawyers.
Hats off to FTC commissioner and MD resident who fought Trump
Commentary: An FTC commissioner and Maryland resident challenged President Trump's removal in a case highlighting agency independence.
Say no to another rate increase from BGE
Commentary: Baltimore Gas & Electric seeks another rate increase, raising concerns over rising utility costs and affordability for customers.
Recognizing Coe for leadership of Access to Justice Commission
Commentary: Ward Coe recognized for decade-long leadership of the Maryland Access to Justice Commission, succeeded by Erik Barron as new chair.
Bench and bar members urged to enhance disability awareness
Commentary: Disability advocates at the MSBA Legal Summit urged Maryland bench and bar members to improve accommodations and perceptions.
Congress should enact rules and standards for congressional redistricting
Commentary: Congress should enact rules and deadlines to help guide how and when Congressional redistricting takes place.
Federal judiciary praised for independence amid legal challenges
Commentary: The independent federal judiciary has asserted its role by ruling against the administration on key legal issues, demonstrating judicial independence and adherence to the law.
Collection of outstanding debts owed Baltimore needs attention
Commentary: Baltimore struggles with delinquent parking fines as city faces a budget deficit and calls for stronger collection efforts.
DOJ, Trump’s settlement and ‘weaponization’ fund is ‘outrageous’
Commentary: The DOJ settlement with Donald Trump establishes a $1.7 billion fund for alleged victims of government weaponization, sparking criticism over lack of oversight.
Saluting Sen. West’s service as he leaves legislature
Commentary: Sen. Chris West, a pragmatic Maryland legislator and lawyer, retires after decades of bipartisan service in the General Assembly.
