Political notes: Jawando transition, Black Caucus’ new director, Blueprint rallying

Montgomery County Executive-elect Will Jawando unveils a talent-heavy transition team, the Legislative Black Caucus convenes, the same week it gets a new executive director, and advocates line up support for the Blueprint for Maryland's Future, in political notes.

By: William J. Ford

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: November 5, 2026

Words: 956

Last Updated: 4 days, 12 hours ago

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Montgomery County Executive-elect Will Jawando (D) announced a transition steering committee Wednesday, about 17 hours after the polls closed, that will draw on former White House talent and current state and local officials.

“Our Moment Montgomery” calls on every resident to be involved in making the county better. Among those on the steering committee are Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary for President Joe Biden (D), and Shalanda Young, who was the first …

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