According to the Associated Press (AP), Wes Moore (D) defeated Delegate Dan Cox (R) in the race for Maryland’s next governor.

Governor Larry Hogan congratulated Wes Moore and promised a smooth and orderly transition to the incoming administration:

Wes Moore is an author, entrepreneur, television producer, and US Army veteran. Moore served as CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation from 2017 – 2021. Delegate Dan Cox is an attorney finishing his first term representing District 4A in the General Assembly.

MACo’s election coverage and analysis rely on unofficial results published by the State Board of Elections. Official results will follow after a full accounting of pending votes. MACo advises readers that any close unofficial results are subject to realignment in the days ahead.