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Common Cause urges reappointment of Baltimore's award-winning inspector general

Baltimore, MD – Common Cause Maryland has called on Baltimore County’s interim County Executive Katherine Klausmeier to reappoint Inspector General Kelly Madigan for a second term.

By Maryland State Wire | May 28, 2025

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Maryland ranked 8th in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2024

By Maryland State Wire | May 27, 2025

With $493,809 in home loans issued, Maryland ranked eighth in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Employers classified under the Educational Services industry file 740 H-1B petitions in Maryland throughout 2024

By Maryland State Wire | May 26, 2025

Employers classified under the Educational Services industry based in Maryland submitted 740 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Number of VA loans issued in Maryland increased by 24.9% from Q4 2023 to Q4 2024

By Maryland State Wire | May 24, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 2,983 home loans in Maryland, totaling $1.5 billion, during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

steny hoyer criticizes republican tax bill process amid concerns over healthcare cuts

Congressman Steny Hoyer shares concerns about recent legislative actions affecting healthcare and condemns antisemitic violence following an attack at a museum.

Rep. Glenn Ivey criticizes GOP budget proposal and calls for fact-based investigations

Rep. Glenn Ivey addresses key issues via social media posts dated May 21-22, 2025.

glenn ivey comments on antisemitism and department of education ruling

Rep. Glenn Ivey recently took to social media to address pressing societal issues such as antisemitism and political matters involving the Department of Education's legal challenges against former President Trump's actions.

steny hoyer addresses fcc priorities and mourns colleague gerry connolly

Congressman Steny Hoyer shares views on FCC priorities and pays tribute to late colleague Gerry Connolly via social media posts dated May 21-22, 2025.

steny hoyer criticizes gop policies and trump's actions

In a series of tweets dated May 22, 2025, Steny Hoyer expressed concerns over fiscal policies labeled as irresponsible by adding significant debt while cutting Medicaid benefits.

VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland in Q4 vs. Q3 2024

By Maryland State Wire | May 21, 2025

The VA issued 676 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 242 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Rep. Glenn Ivey addresses democracy threats and mourns colleague's death

By Maryland State Wire | May 21, 2025

In recent social media posts dated May 20-21, Rep. Glenn Ivey addressed issues concerning democracy and constitutional rights while mourning the loss of Congressman Gerry Connolly.

steny hoyer voices concerns over federal workforce attacks and education policies

By Maryland State Wire | May 21, 2025

Congressman Steny Hoyer addresses critical issues affecting federal employees and educational systems through recent tweets dated May 20-21, 2025.

steny hoyer addresses national fiscal policy concerns

By Maryland State Wire | May 20, 2025

Congressman Steny Hoyer recently addressed concerns about national fiscal policies and regulatory enforcement through social media posts dated May 19-20, 2025.

Rep. Glenn Ivey addresses Democratic challenges and cultural funding cuts

By Maryland State Wire | May 20, 2025

In recent tweets dated May 19-20 by Rep. Glenn Ivey from Maryland's 4th district discusses key issues facing Democrats today—ensuring adherence to Supreme Court rulings—and criticizes budget cuts impacting cultural institutions under former...

H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry file 2 petitions in Maryland throughout 2024

Employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry based in Maryland submitted two H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Average VA home loan amount in Maryland increases in Q4 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Maryland during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $493,809, a 1.5% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

rep glenn ivey discusses house budget failures and supports president biden

In recent tweets by Rep. Glenn Ivey dated May 16 and May 19, he criticized House Republicans' failed budget attempt while emphasizing ongoing concerns over Medicaid cuts.

steny hoyer comments on biden’s health and republican healthcare bill

On May 19, Steny Hoyer shared his thoughts via social media about Joe Biden's health battle and critiqued Republican healthcare policies while addressing economic concerns linked to past administration decisions