TV: WBFF FOX 45 1-18-2026

“That’s what we’re going to push for as the minority party, to make sure we can find the cuts in the state budget in order to close the gap without raising taxes.”

-Senator Steve Hershey, FOX 45 InDepth, hosted by Mikenzie Frost

Sen. Hershey Discusses Affordability and Accountability on FOX 45 InDepth

Annapolis, MD.:

On January 18, Senate Minority Leader Steve Hershey joined Mikenzie Frost on WBFF FOX 45’s InDepth program for an in-depth conversation from the Maryland State House, as the 2026 Legislative Session officially got underway.

During the interview, Senator Hershey outlined the Republican caucus’s priorities for the session, with a strong focus on affordability, fiscal responsibility, and accountability in state government.

Watch the full FOX 45 InDepth program below to see Senator Hershey discuss the GOP agenda for affordability, fiscal responsibility, and accountability in state government.

With Maryland facing significant budget pressures, Senator Hershey emphasized that lawmakers have an opportunity—and an obligation—to close the budget gap without raising taxes on working families.

“That’s what we’re going to push for as the minority party, to make sure we can find the cuts in the state budget in order to close the gap without raising taxes.”

Senator Hershey also stressed the importance of scrutinizing state spending and improving efficiency across government agencies, noting that Marylanders continue to feel the effects of higher costs driven by state policy decisions.

As the legislative session moves forward, Senator Hershey reiterated his commitment to standing up for taxpayers, demanding transparency, and ensuring that state government remains accountable to the people it serves.