Democratic governors step forward to set the party's agenda
As President Donald Trump’s second administration takes shape in Washington, Democratic governors across the country are laying out their own plans for the year, with some using high-profile speeches to detail plans to resist the president’s agenda — even if they’re not always saying so explicitly.
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Hispanic Democrats privately strategize how to counter Trump with immigration groups
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Senate panel set to advance budget next week, Graham says
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Capitol agenda: Shutdown anxieties, reconciliation problems, Vought all-nighter
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Republicans retool their 'parents' rights' playbook for the Virginia governor's race
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House Democrats denied entry to the Department of Education
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