Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, facing budget problems and President Donald Trump's dramatic efforts to downsize a federal workforce crucial to Maryland's economy, said the state must become less reliant on federal jobs and better develop other economic strengths.

The proposed cuts would amount to 40 percent of the overall $111 million budget reduction for the University System of Maryland under Gov. Wes Moore’s plans.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore delivers State of the State Address amid budget woes and federal uncertainty. He calls for unity and economic growth initiatives.