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Frederick County resident Shaun Porter joined A Miner Detail Podcast host Ryan Miner and A Miner Detail Deputy Editor Eric Beasley on Sunday, March 21, 2021.  Porter is known for traveling around Maryland and standing alongside busy roads and intersections with a giant sign targeting Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan and Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner.  Mr. Porter joined A Miner Detail Podcast to explain why he's holding the sign and some of the trouble he's run into while protesting Maryland's COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.  MORE ABOUT A MINER DETAIL  Ryan Miner is the Editor, Founder and Publisher of A Miner Detail, a leading Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  In addition, Ryan Miner is the host of A Miner Detail Podcast. Feedback and News tips: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. A Miner Detail is a Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast on: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes

Roy McGrath resigned Monday as Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's chief of staff amid turmoil over a six-figure severance package he received from his previous state government job. McGrath officially assumed the role of Hogan's top aide on June 1. The Maryland Environmental Service board of directors approved McGrath's severance in May. The board offered McGrath a year's salary - roughly $233K - plus tuition reimbursement and other perks. Senate President Willam C. "Bill Ferguson IV (D) and House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones (D) released a statement Friday calling for special hearings into McGrath's severance. Though McGrath did not release an official statement, he wrote on Facebook that he "remains focused" on his job, and he decried the report as toxic, partisan politics." The governor and his press officials declined to comment. On Monday, however, McGrath said he was "exiting state service," referring to the latest incident as a "distraction." "For me, this entire topic is simply the sad politics of personal destruction, and right now, we cannot afford unnecessary distractions from the critical work the governor and his team are doing," McGrath said in a statement. Hogan's office released a statement Monday announcing the governor regretfully accepts McGrath's resignation. "It is with regret that I have accepted Roy McGrath’s resignation as chief of staff. Roy has been a deeply valued member of our administration, and our state is better for his dedicated service," Hogan said. "I recognize that this was a difficult decision for Roy, but I understand and respect his reasons for making this decision. I have always known Roy to be someone of the highest character, and I wish him well in his future endeavors." Hogan taps Keiffer Mitchell Jr. as Acting Chief  The governor tapped Keiffer J. Mitchell Jr., the administration's chief lobbyist, as his acting chief of staff. Mitchell is widely respected by both sides of the political aisle and established himself as a bipartisan consensus builder. “I am humbled that Governor Hogan has put his trust in me. We have a first-rate team that is working around the clock at such a critical moment in our history. Together, we will continue to change Maryland for the better," Mitchell said in a statement, released by Hogan officials. Both Bill Ferguson and Adrienne Jones released a statement Monday saying that agreed with McGrath's decision to step aside. Hogan's spokesman said McGrath is "not receiving severance from the governor's office," the Sun reported. A Subplot  A Miner Detail received a data dump earlier Monday morning from someone apparently on the inside of state government - someone who worked closely with McGrath. Stay tuned. Feedback/Questions? Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. 

Ryan Miner is the editor in chief of A Miner Detail Podcast and the host of A Miner Detail Podcast, where he reports on Maryland political news.   Each day, Miner unwinds and analyzes two Maryland news stories in under five minutes.   Today is July 16, 2020: Here are the two stories A Miner Detail is following today.   Story 1) Governor Larry Hogan wrote an scathing op-ed, published today in the Washington Post, that knocks Trump over his lack of a response to #COVID19. https://t.co/l4DBv8EyEV   Story 2) Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich was caught on a hot mic asking whether he can refer to the Montgomery County Council as “fact proof,” as reported by Seventh State blogger Adam Pagnucco. Councilman members Nancy Navarro and Gabe Albornoz are none too happy. http://www.theseventhstate.com/?p=13353 Email me your feedback: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. ——   Like, share and follow A Miner Detail’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/RyanMiner1585. Email Ryan Miner your feedback and questions at Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. Visit AMinerDetail.com for the latest Maryland News and Politics. — Follow Ryan Miner on Twitter: @RyanRMiner. https://mobile.twitter.com/ryanrminer. Following A Miner Detail on Twitter: @AMinerDetail. https://mobile.twitter.com/aminerdetail Facebook: @AMinerDetail Follow A Miner Detail on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMinerDetail/.

Stephen Austin ran for the Montgomery County Board of Education in 2020.  He placed third in the June 2020 primary election and did not advance to the general election.  Stephen Austin joined A Miner Detail Podcast host Ryan Miner for an in-person interview on March 11, 2020.  In May 2020, Mr. Austin joined A Miner Detail Podcast for a follow-up interview after he was maligned and attacked by the Montgomery County Democratic Party machine.   

Rockville City Council candidate David Myles joined A Miner Detail Podcast on Thursday, October 17, 2019.

The 2019 Maryland Association of Counties conference has come and gone. Len Foxwell and Ryan Miner spent the last few days in Ocean City, following every bit of the fun.   Ryan Miner (Maryland) and Len Foxwell recorded this podcast episode on Sunday, August 18, 2019.

Former Montgomery County Executive candidate David T. Blair has launched a think tank nonprofit called the Council for Advocacy and Policy Solutions, designed to "bridge community and politics by providing information and education on the impact of current and upcoming local and state-wide legislation.  

Former Republican congressional candidate Amie Hoeber sat down for an interview with A Miner Detail Podcast host Ryan Miner in March 2019 to discuss her 2018 congressional campaign. Hoeber lost to Rep. David Trone in the 2018 general election. She discussed her tumultuous battle against David Trone, and she shared her views on what's happening in national politics. At the end of the interview, Hoeber offered insight into her future political plans.  MORE ABOUT A MINER DETAIL  Ryan Miner is the Editor, Founder, and Publisher of A Miner Detail, a leading Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary, and opinion.  Feedback and News tips: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. A Miner Detail is a Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary, and opinion.  Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast on: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes

Damian O’Doherty, a principal with KO Public Affairs, joined A Miner Detail Podcast in December 2018 for a Maryland politics 2018 review. 

Ryan Miner and Len Foxwell analyze Maryland's 2018 Maryland midterm election.  Larry Hogan was re-elected Democrats gained seats in the House of Delegates Peter Franchot won the most votes of any statewide Democrat. What does all of this mean?  This episode of A Miner Detail Podcast aired on Sunday, November 11, 2018.  Visit A Miner Detail for a complete guide to Maryland's 2018 midterm election elections. 

Zachary "Zak" Domagala died from a heroin overdose in March 2017.  He was 22 years old.  Zak's mother, Suzanne Domagala, joined A Miner Detail Podcast in October 2018 and opened up about the life and death of her son Zak.  Brian Albert is Zak Domagala's father.  Mr. Albert is a candidate for sheriff in Washington County, Maryland.  Suzanne shared that Mr. Albert was absent from Zak's life. She is on a mission to highlight Mr. Albert's character in the Washington County Sheriff's election. 

In 2018, Peter Perini, a Democrat, ran for the Maryland House of Delegates, District 2B. Perini joined A Miner Detail Podcast on Sunday, September 30, 2018.

Leslie Milano ran for the House of Delegates, Maryland District 18, in 2018.  She placed fourth overall in the Democratic primary.  Milano joined A Miner Detail Podcast in February 2018 to discuss her life experiences and her policy goals if she's elected to serve in the Maryland General Assembly. 

In this episode of A Miner Detail Podcast, host Ryan Miner discusses the critical issue of domestic violence, focusing on the House of Ruth, a comprehensive domestic violence program in Baltimore City, Maryland. This episode coincides with October's Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  House of Ruth Guests & Their Roles  Podcast guests included: Dorothy Lennig, the former Director of the Marjorie Cook Legal Clinic; Christina Paige, a former service coordinator and manager at the House of Ruth. They share insights into the organization's operations and personal motivations for working in this field. Overview of House of Ruth's Services An 84-bed shelter; A 24-hour hotline; Counseling; abuser intervention program; Client services; A free legal clinic with services extending across various counties in Maryland. The House of Ruth's Free Legal Clinical  Dorothy Lennig discussed her role in the legal clinic, emphasizing the importance of providing free legal services to help victims escape abusive relationships and navigate the legal system. 24-Hour Hotline and Safety Planning Christina Paige highlighted the significance of the 24-hour hotline, offering confidential crisis intervention and safety planning tailored to each individual's unique circumstances. Community Outreach and Education The episode also explores the House of Ruth's community outreach and education efforts, aiming to increase awareness about domestic violence and its signs. Man Up Campaign and Partnerships The House of Ruth's Man Up campaign, which involves men in the fight against domestic violence, is discussed, including partnerships with organizations like the Baltimore Ravens to change societal attitudes towards domestic violence. This podcast was originally recorded on Sunday, October 29, 2017. 

Republican Greg Holmes to run for U.S. Senate.  MORE ABOUT A MINER DETAIL  Ryan Miner is the Editor, Founder and Publisher of A Miner Detail, a leading Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  In addition, Ryan Miner is the host of A Miner Detail Podcast.  Feedback and News tips: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. A Miner Detail is a Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast on: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes

A Miner Detail Podcast officially launches on January 7, 2015.    Visit A Miner Detail for Maryland politics and news.     

A Miner Detail Podcast is featured with Maryland podcasts Baltimore Positive and Elevate Maryland alongside Maryland state Del. Brooke Lierman (D-Baltimore City), Marc Steiner and Lucinda Ware. ABOUT A MINER DETAIL  Ryan Miner is the Editor, Founder and Publisher of A Miner Detail, a leading Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  In addition, Ryan Miner is the host of A Miner Detail Podcast. Feedback and News tips: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes

White House political columnist Paul Schwartz joins A Miner Detail Podcast on Monday, November 9, 2020, to discuss Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' election victory over Donald Trump and Mike Pence.  MORE ABOUT A MINER DETAIL  Ryan Miner is the Editor, Founder and Publisher of A Miner Detail, a leading Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  In addition, Ryan Miner is the host of A Miner Detail Podcast. Feedback and News tips: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. A Miner Detail is a Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast on: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes

KDKA-TV Money and Politics Editor Jon Delano joined A Miner Detail Podcast to break Pennsylvania's presidential contest.  MORE ABOUT A MINER DETAIL  A Miner Detail is a Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast on: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes

Dan's Restaurant and Tap House co-owner Charlotte Aufdem Brinke joined A Miner Detail Podcast on Sunday, October 18, 2020.  Charlotte and Dan's Tap House has been the subject of ongoing harassment and mischaracterization since her business took a public stance in support of civil rights.  MORE ABOUT A MINER DETAIL  Ryan Miner is the Editor, Founder and Publisher of A Miner Detail, a leading Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  In addition, Ryan Miner is the host of A Miner Detail Podcast.  Feedback and News tips: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. A Miner Detail is a Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast on: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes Ryan Miner is the Editor, Founder and Publisher of A Miner Detail, a leading Maryland politics blog featuring Maryland political news, political commentary and opinion.  In addition, Ryan Miner is the host of A Miner Detail Podcast.  Feedback and News tips: Ryan@AMinerDetail.com. Listen & Subscribe to A Miner Detail Podcast on: Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Amazon Music  Google Podcasts  The Podcast Index  TuneIn Stitcher  iHeartRADIO Listen Notes