History of Wes Moore in Timeline

Wes Moore is an American politician, businessman, author, and former U.S. Army officer. He is currently serving as the 63rd governor of Maryland since being elected in 2023. Moore's background spans multiple sectors, including military service, business ventures, and literary contributions, before entering politics and ultimately securing the governorship.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2002: Meeting Dawn Flythe

In 2002, Wes Moore met Dawn Flythe in Washington, D.C.

2006: Move to Riverside Community

In 2006, Wes Moore and Dawn Flythe moved to the Riverside community in Baltimore.

July 6, 2007: Official Wedding Ceremony

On July 6, 2007, Wes Moore and Dawn Flythe had their official wedding ceremony.

2008: Move to Guilford

In late 2008, the Moores moved from Riverside to Guilford.

2011: Birth of First Child

In 2011, Wes Moore and Dawn Flythe welcomed their first child.

2013: Birth of Second Child

In 2013, Wes Moore and Dawn Flythe welcomed their second child.

2015: Attended Services at Southern Baptist Church

From 2015, Wes Moore attended services at the Southern Baptist Church in east Baltimore.

April 6, 2022: Complaint Filed Against John King Jr.'s Campaign

On April 6, 2022, Wes Moore filed a complaint with the Maryland State Board of Elections against John King Jr.'s gubernatorial campaign, alleging the dissemination of false information to damage Moore's candidacy.

July 19, 2022: Wes Moore wins the Democratic primary

On July 19, 2022, Wes Moore won the Democratic primary, defeating Tom Perez and Peter Franchot with 32.4% of the vote.

December 2022: Moore elected finance chair of the Democratic Governors Association

In December 2022, Wes Moore was elected to serve as finance chair of the Democratic Governors Association.

2022: Moved to Government House

In 2022, Wes Moore and his family moved to Government House following his election as governor.

January 18, 2023: Wes Moore Sworn in as Governor

On January 18, 2023, Wes Moore was sworn in as the Governor of Maryland, using a Bible owned by Frederick Douglass and his grandfather's Bible. Prior to the inauguration, he participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial.

2023: End of Services at Southern Baptist Church

In 2023, Wes Moore ended his attendance at services at the Southern Baptist Church in east Baltimore.

April 2024: John King Jr.'s Campaign Fined

In April 2024, John King Jr.'s campaign was fined $2,000 after prosecutors connected an email address to an IP address used by Joseph O'Hearn, King's campaign manager.

December 2024: Federal Funding Approved for Francis Scott Key Bridge Replacement

In December 2024, President Joe Biden signed a continuing resolution bill into law that included full funding for the replacement of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.