Democrats Mobilize State Leaders Against Trump's Second Term

Democratic governors and potential 2028 contenders are crafting strategies to counter President-elect Trump's agenda.

Democratic leaders are rallying in blue states to resist President-elect Trump's policies, focusing on safeguarding civil rights, environmental protections, and reproductive rights.
Governors Gavin Newsom and JB Pritzker are among those taking proactive steps, including special legislative sessions and forming coalitions like Governors Safeguarding Democracy.
With Kamala Harris defeated, potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates like Gretchen Whitmer and Josh Shapiro are gaining attention for their leadership roles.
Democrats face a leadership vacuum in Washington and are looking to state-level figures to shape the party's future and opposition to Trump.
Rising Democratic stars in Congress and state governments are poised to challenge Republican policies while seeking common ground on certain issues.