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MD Worker Fired After Wearing Badge To Capitol Riot: Patch PM

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After a rally in support of President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., that turned violent, a Maryland marketing company fired an employee who was wearing his badge to the event.
After a rally in support of President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., that turned violent, a Maryland marketing company fired an employee who was wearing his badge to the event. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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Company Fires Worker Photographed At Pro-Trump Riots At Capitol

A Maryland company said it fired an employee for cause after wearing a badge at the protest.

'I Will Not' Resign: Congressman Andy Harris On Call To Step Down

The Maryland Democratic Party chair asked for his resignation.

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HoCo Residents Attempt To Sneak Into COVID Vaccination Slots

A check-in process prevented ineligible people from receiving the vaccine.

Angler Reels In MD Record Setting 57-Pound Flathead Catfish

The fisherman was near the Lapidum Boat Ramp on the Susquehanna River.

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Columbia Named Second Best City For Jobs

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