Since Donald Trump's presidential victory, Democratic governors have vowed to stand up to the incoming administration on issues deemed outrageous.
Their declaration comes as President-elect Trump promises to carry out a major deportation operation on his first day in office. The deportation operation is being carried out in response to the border crisis created by the policies of the Biden-Harris administration.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey was one of the first to say she would do everything in her power to stop President Trump from deporting illegal immigrants from her state.
“All tools in the toolbox must be used to protect people, populations and the state, and to ensure that democracy and the rule of law are upheld as fundamental principles,” she added.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker also weighed in.
“[To] Women seeking reproductive health care. Immigrants work hard in search of a better life. LGBTQ Americans seeking welcome and protection. and people with disabilities whose civil and human rights are under attack. “For years to come, we will not only prevent a potential return to an agenda that threatens to backtrack,” Pritzker said, according to the newspaper. NBC Chicago.
“If you're not going to help us, don't get in our way. We'll do it.”
“To those who seek to take away the freedom, opportunity, and dignity of Illinoisans, I want to remind you that a happy warrior is still a warrior. You came for my people, and you come through me. ,” he added.
California Governor Gavin Newsom called a special session of the state Legislature to “protect California's values and fundamental rights” before President Trump takes office next year.
“The special session will focus on civil rights, reproductive freedom, climate action, and strengthening California's legal resources to protect immigrant families.” statement Said.
“The freedoms we cherish in California are under attack, and we cannot afford to stand idly by.California has faced this challenge before, and we We know how to respond. We are ready and will do whatever it takes to make sure Californians have the support they need to thrive. We also need resources,” Newsom explained.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced She is working to “protect New Yorkers' fundamental freedoms in preparation for President-elect Donald Trump's second term” and to “address potential federal legal threats to reproductive freedom, gun safety laws, and other important issues.” I will work with Attorney General Letitia James to do this.” ”
In response to the governors' declaration, incoming border czar Tom Homan said FOX News Monday: “We've seen some Democratic governors say they're going to get in the way.” [of deportations] And make it difficult for us. Suggestion: If you don't want to help us, don't bother, we'll do it. ”
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