Democratic governors search for a balance between fighting and working with Trump
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Linda McMahon and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have largely been skewered by Democrats for the way they have run President Donald Trump’s Education and Health departments. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. But over the weekend at a bipartisan summit of governors in Colorado Springs, they received a distinctly warm welcome — including from the Democrats on hand.
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Main Idea: Democratic governors are trying to balance opposition to the Trump administration with working with it on state needs, as Wes Moore and Josh Green say the approach can still deliver results.
Key Points:
- At a governors’ summit in Colorado, Democrats gave a warmer reception than usual to Trump officials Linda McMahon and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Governors used the meeting to raise issues like education funding, mental health, early childhood programs, rural hospitals, and artificial intelligence.
- Some Democrats, including Tim Walz and Laura Kelly, skipped the summit and criticized the governors’ group for not pushing back harder against Trump.
- Wes Moore and Josh Green said they disagree with Trump policies but still see value in meeting with federal officials to protect their states’ interests.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
State and federal clashes over education, health care, and aid can delay funding and leave households, patients, and schools unsure what support they will get.
Positive Impact
Talks with Governors Wes Moore and Josh Green and Secretary Linda McMahon could help keep some federal money flowing and solve problems faster for states.
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