West Virginia Governor Says He Would ‘Welcome’ Maryland Counties Seeking to Join the State

West Virginia Governor Says He Would ‘Welcome’ Maryland Counties Seeking to Join the State
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice speaks at a press conference in Charleston, W.Va. on April 26, 2021. Gov. Jim Justice via YouTube
Christopher Burroughs
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West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, a Republican, and state lawmakers announced Friday their support of three Maryland counties that want to become part of West Virginia.

The announcement was made during a Friday press conference led by Justice alongside state Senate President Craig Blair, House Speaker Roger Hanshaw, and Delegate Gary Howell.
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