2026 MRE Conference Speaker
WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2026 – Military Reporters & Editors (MRE) is pleased to welcome Maryland Gov. Wes Moore for a special fireside chat at its 2026 annual conference in Washington, D.C.
Moore, a U.S. Army combat veteran who served in Afghanistan, will discuss the intersection of national security, military service and state leadership, including Maryland’s growing role in the defense industrial base, efforts to support military families and veterans, and the importance of a free and independent press.
The conversation will also explore the rapidly evolving defense industry, emerging national security challenges and Moore’s perspective on leadership shaped by his military service and experience in public office.
The discussion will include an opportunity for questions from attendees.
Stay tuned for additional details, including the time of Gov. Moore’s appearance, which will be announced soon.
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Military Reporters & Editors is a professional association dedicated to advancing excellence in military and national security journalism. MRE supports journalists through professional development, education, networking and recognition of outstanding reporting.