Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is signaling that he may reconsider a presidential campaign after the November 2026 midterm elections, adding to speculation that he will seek the Democratic nomination for president in 2028.

Moore has increasingly left the door open to a White House bid as his national profile grows. In September, he said he intended to be part of a broader political conversation in the future, while emphasizing that his immediate focus remained on the November elections.

The governor previously took a more definitive position. In September 2025, Moore said he was not running for president in 2028 and committed to serving a full second term if reelected. However, during Maryland's Oct. 6 gubernatorial debate, he declined to directly promise that he would serve all four years of another term.

Moore's response has raised questions about whether he would complete a second term or leave office early to pursue national office. Under Maryland's Constitution, Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller would succeed him if he resigned, without a special election for governor.

The governor's growing national profile, appearances alongside Democratic candidates in other states and involvement in national political discussions have further fueled speculation about his future plans.

Moore, Maryland's first black governor, is seeking reelection against Republican Dan Cox. His decision after November could help determine whether he remains focused on governing Maryland or begins preparing for a potential 2028 presidential campaign.