Democrat Kamala Harris will undoubtedly win Maryland in the presidential contest this fall.
But the outcome of the election nationally is unknown, and Maryland leaders are preparing for the possibility of another presidency of Republican Donald Trump — one that could come with cuts to federal jobs in the state, questions over funding for key transportation projects, less cooperation on preventing gun violence, and uncertain effects on the state’s budget.
Several of Trump’s policy positions — as well as those prescribed in the Project 2025 plan put out by his allies — would have a unique and detrimental effect on Maryland, officials say.
“I think about it every day,” said Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott with an edge of dread in his voice.
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