Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) announced Tuesday the creation of a redistricting commission, a move that could bring the state one step closer to redrawing its maps and joining a national battle for control of the House.

““We will explore every avenue possible to ensure Maryland has fair and representative maps.” Moore said in a news release.which noted that the commission would hold public hearings, receive comments and make recommendations on how the state’s maps could be improved.

Moore’s move comes as Republicans have mounted an aggressive redistricting campaign in several states, including Texas, Missouri and North Carolina, with the goal of increasing the number of Republican seats in the House.

As part of these efforts, which have been a priority for President Donald Trump, Republican-led legislatures are drawing new maps for different House districts to favor Republican candidates and make it harder for Democrats to get elected.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has moved to respond in kind and negate any advantage Republicans might gain with their new maps. On Tuesday, California voters approved Proposition 50, which allows the state’s House maps to be redrawn in a way that could increase the number of Democratic seats in the state.

Moore, who has also clashed with Trump, has indicated he is open to Maryland also considering redistricting efforts, though he has faced opposition from his own party, including state Senate President Bill Ferguson, who argued the effort was too risky.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) speaks during the US Chamber of Commerce Global Aerospace Summit in Washington, DC, on September 10, 2025.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) speaks during the US Chamber of Commerce Global Aerospace Summit in Washington, DC, on September 10, 2025.

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Moore noted the commission will include five members, including three gubernatorial appointees and two affiliated with the Maryland General Assembly.

“We have a President who treats our democracy with utter contempt. We have a Republican Party that is trying to manipulate the rules in response to their terrible polls.“Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D), whom Moore named committee chair, said in a statement.Let me be clear: Maryland deserves a fair map that represents the will of the people.”

Moore’s commission announcement came ahead of Newsom’s call for other Democratic states to get more involved in redistricting after California’s election results were announced Tuesday.