Gov. Wes Moore’s historic nomination to lead the Maryland State Police remains on ice after Senate Democrats failed to reach a consensus during a Tuesday caucus meeting. Retired Lt. Col. Roland Butler appeared before the Senate Executive Nominations Committee on Monday night but his appointment was not voted out of the committee. During more than 40 minutes of testimony he attempted to rebut concerns that he is not suitable to lead the agency.
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March 29, 2023