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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.  Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.
Marginalized communities disappointed by Trump’s inauguration speech, executive orders
Marginalized groups, including immigrants, non-white people and members of the LGBTQIA+ population expressed displeasure with Donald Trump’s inauguration speech and subsequent issuing of a slew of executive orders.
Jennifer Evans, a 47-year-old Towson resident, was adopted from South Korea in 1977 and arrived in the United States at the age of 3 months where she was raised in South Jersey.
Documented but scared: Why some adopted from overseas worry about Trump
The Trump presidency creates uncertainty, angst among international adoptees.
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 12: The sun rises over the National Mall and the inauguration stand as final preparations are make during a rehearsal for inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol on January 12, 2025 in Washington, DC. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance will be sworn in on January 20.
Almost no Black Marylanders wanted Trump’s return. Here’s how they’ll spend his Inauguration Day.
In interviews, several Black Marylanders said they are now steering clear of Washington, D.C., and instead practicing service and self-care.
Cole Bishop, left, and Matt McCoy are planning to get married before Donald Trump is inaugurated as President in 2025.
Fearing rights rollback, LGBTQIA+ community takes precautions ahead of Trump presidency
The LGBTQIA+ community anxiously awaits what a Donald Trump presidency will mean for their rights.
Nana’s Famous biscuits at Rize + Rest Cafe include the thick-cut bacon and egg biscuit.
Bummed about Baltimore’s brunches? Check out these biscuit sandwich winners
I scoured Baltimore in search of the best biscuit sandwich — the perfect cold-weather bite.
Sunny Side Café co-owner Kristian Knight-Miller behind the counter at her stall in Lexington Market.
‘Invisible’ but essential: Baltimore’s Black immigrants
And, although there has been an exodus of Black residents from Baltimore in the past decade, its foreign-born Black population has continued to grow.
Jay Salkini at his restaurant, Ammoora, in Baltimore.
Syrians with Maryland ties celebrate fall of Assad, brace for what comes next
For people of Syrian descent with Maryland ties, the news of rebels toppling the Assad regime has been met with mixed emotions.
Guests write holiday cards to newly-arrived immigrant neighbors across the country during Global Refuge’s 10th annual Hope for the Holidays campaign in Baltimore, Md., on Friday, December 6, 2024.
Maryland’s immigrant support groups see a surge in requests following Trump win
In the month following Donald Trump’s presidential win, organizations and advocates representing immigrant populations report a significant uptick in inquiries and calls.
Jasmine Garland Hotel Revival
Impact director at Hotel Revival begins job as DEI positions are under attack
As the newly hired Impact Director at Hotel Revival in Mount Vernon, Jasmine Garland begins her role as DEI positions are under attack.
Gabriela Hernandez Marquez, an undocumented immigrant, speaks at an event announcing Anne Arundel County’s pursuit of a Certified Welcoming designation from Welcoming America. The designation will position Anne Arundel as a leader in immigrant inclusion, joining more than two dozen communities across the U.S. and becoming only the third local government in Maryland to achieve this distinction.
Is a welcoming Maryland ready for an increase in its immigrant populations?
Maryland is preparing for an influx of immigrants looking for less hostile living conditions than in other less-welcoming states
Exterior of the Edward A. Garmatz United States District Courthouse in Baltimore on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
Trump concerns temper immigrant joy at Maryland naturalization ceremony
On a day of joy and accomplishment, there were also concerns as Trump’s campaign has promised to “seal the border and stop the migrant invasion.”
Maryland celebrities dish about the best gifts they have given or received
We asked Maryland celebrities about the best gifts they have given or received.
ASTON, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 23: Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris pauses during a CNN Presidential Town Hall at Sun Center Studios on October 23, 2024 in Aston, Pennsylvania. With less than two weeks to Election Day, Harris spent the day in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and made a visit to Famous 4th Street Delicatessen to greet supporters.
Maryland women wonder: Will America ever elect a female president?
After loses by Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris, Maryland women in politics ponder whether they will see a woman president in their lifetime.
Supporters listen as Vice President Kamala Harris concedes the election Wednesday during a speech at Howard University in Washington, D.C.
They voted to make history with Harris and lost. Black women react to Trump’s victory.
Black women voted to make history supporting Kamala Harris. After her loss, many take it personally.
Democratic Candidate for U.S. Senate Angela Alsobrooks speaks to the crowd on election night at The Hotel at the University of Maryland in College Park on November 5, 2024.
Alsobrooks’ victory cements Maryland’s status as Black political powerhouse
Maryland is now the only state with three sitting Black politicians at the same time in its top elected offices.
The Inner Harbor and Harborplace in April.
Has race played a role in some people’s opposition to Harborplace?
Some believe race is coming into play in Harborplace and other issues in this year’s election.
Grab a drink, enjoy happy hour prices and watch the voting results trickle in at these election night parties.
From a queer cabaret to an artsy bar event, here’s where to watch election results
Grab a drink, enjoy happy hour prices and watch the voting results trickle in at these election night parties
Singer Beyonce performs at the Staples Center on July 13, 2009 in Los Angeles, California.
Addressing youth voting one concert at a time
#iVoted, which works in conjunction with Johns Hopkins University’s SNF Agora Institute, produces free concerts as an incentive to get young people to vote.
At left, attendees cheer at a rally for former President Donald Trump in Aurora, Colo., on October 11; at right, Vice President Kamala Harris greets supporters after a campaign rally in Atlanta, Ga., on October 19.
Young people could define this election — if they vote
Signs point to large voter turnout by youths this election. But will they actually vote?
Designer Christian Siriano designed a custom business wear ensemble for Vice President Kamala Harris to wear to the 2023 State of the Union Address.
From Nicole Ari Parker to Christian Siriano, Maryland celebrities get political
We’ve combed social media profiles, watched television appearances and read interviews in other publications to tell you how celebrities with Maryland ties will vote this election cycle.
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