President Donald Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore have engaged in a public dispute centered on Baltimore's crime rates and federal support for the city. Trump criticized Baltimore as "crime-ridden" and a "hell hole," responding to Moore's invitation to walk the streets of Baltimore by stating he would only do so after the city cleans up its crime. Trump also threatened to reconsider federal funding for Baltimore's Key Bridge, which has been a focal point in their conflict. The feud escalated with Trump suggesting the deployment of federal troops to assist in addressing crime in Maryland, a proposal Moore later accepted, expressing that he would "absolutely welcome federal support." Concurrently, Fox News host Will Cain confronted Governor Moore regarding discrepancies in his military service record, specifically about claims related to the Bronze Star and Gold Star awards. Despite the controversy, Moore remains a prominent Democratic figure with presidential aspirations for 2028. Trump is reportedly considering a personal tour of American cities, including Chicago, Oakland, and St. Louis, aimed at revitalizing urban areas.
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