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DGA Statement on Donald Trump’s Reckless Federal Funding Freeze

DGA Statement on Donald Trump’s Reckless Federal Funding Freeze Today, Democratic Governors Association Communications Director Sam Newton released the following statement as President Donald Trump prepares to halt nearly all federal grant and loan payments, effectively cutting off funding, including for critical health care, education, disaster recovery, and food programs: “Donald Trump’s extreme and…

Amid MAGA Battle In NJ, Jack Ciattarelli Walks Back Opposition to Pardons for Jan. 6 Rioters

Amid MAGA Battle In NJ, Jack Ciattarelli Walks Back Opposition to Pardons for Jan. 6 Rioters According to Politico, “three of the four major Republican candidates for New Jersey governor have explicitly endorsed at least some of President Donald Trump’s pardons of people who stormed the Capitol in his name on Jan. 6, 2021.” That…

DGA Statement on New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart Running for Connecticut GOV

DGA Statement on New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart Running for Connecticut GOV Today, Democratic Governors Association Communications Director Sam Newton released the following statement after New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart filed paperwork to signal she is interested in seeking the GOP nomination for governor in Connecticut: “Since taking office, Gov. Ned Lamont has delivered strong,…

With Early Launch, Yost Tries (and Fails) to Bypass Messy Ohio Gov Race Primary

With Early Launch, Yost Tries (and Fails) to Bypass Messy Ohio Gov Race Primary Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost made it official today, launching his campaign for governor – the first to enter what will likely be a crowded and messy primary to the far-right. Yost’s legacy as Attorney General includes his ongoing efforts to…

“Perennial Candidates, Losers, and RINOs”: The Gloves Are Off In New Jersey’s GOP Primary

“Perennial Candidates, Losers, and RINOs”: The Gloves Are Off In New Jersey’s GOP Primary A super PAC supporting radio host and New Jersey GOP gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea came out swinging in a new digital ad taking aim at fellow Republican Jack Ciattarelli. In the new ad, Spadea goes after Ciattarelli and his unsuccessful bids…

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo Refuses to Condemn Trump’s Pardon of Jan. 6 Offenders Who Attacked Police

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo Refuses to Condemn Trump’s Pardon of Jan. 6 Offenders Who Attacked Police Nevada Current: “President Donald Trump’s indiscriminate release of some 1,600 January 6 insurrection defendants, including those convicted of violent crimes against police, is meeting with mixed reviews from law enforcement, and with silence from Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo” Nevada…

House Republicans say GOP Governors On Board with Plans to Cut Medicaid

House Republicans say GOP Governors On Board with Plans to Cut Medicaid Today, new reporting from Bloomberg Government revealed that House Republicans are moving ahead with their plans to slash Medicaid and cut the health care of millions of Americans, with no vocal opposition from GOP governors. According to Bloomberg, “Health Subcommittee Chairman Buddy Carter…

DGA Statement on Rep. Andy Biggs Announcing His Interest in Running for AZ GOV

DGA Statement on Rep. Andy Biggs Announcing His Interest in Running for AZ GOV Today, Democratic Governors Association National Press Secretary Devon Cruz released the following statement after Rep. Andy Biggs filed a statement of interest to run for governor of Arizona, setting up a crowded and brutal primary for the GOP nomination: “Andy Biggs…

GOP Candidates for Governor Must Answer for Trump’s Jan 6th Pardons

GOP Candidates for Governor Must Answer for Trump’s Jan 6th Pardons Today, Democratic Governors Association National Press Secretary Devon Cruz released the following statement after President Donald Trump pardoned, commuted the prison sentences, or vowed to dismiss the cases of over 1,500 people charged with or convicted of crimes related to the January 6th riots,…

DGA Statement on the Inauguration of Delaware Governor Matt Meyer

From the Chair’s Desk Jan 21, 2025

DGA Statement on the Inauguration of Delaware Governor Matt Meyer

DGA Statement on the Inauguration of Delaware Governor Matt Meyer Today, Democratic Governors Association Chair Kansas Governor Laura Kelly released the following statement on Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s inauguration: “Congratulations to Governor Matt Meyer on his inauguration today. Governor Meyer’s experience as a teacher, small business owner, and New Castle County Executive is sure to…

The Latest

DGA Statement on Donald Trump’s Reckless Federal Funding Freeze

Amid MAGA Battle In NJ, Jack Ciattarelli Walks Back Opposition to Pardons for Jan. 6 Rioters

DGA Statement on New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart Running for Connecticut GOV

With Early Launch, Yost Tries (and Fails) to Bypass Messy Ohio Gov Race Primary

“Perennial Candidates, Losers, and RINOs”: The Gloves Are Off In New Jersey’s GOP Primary

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo Refuses to Condemn Trump’s Pardon of Jan. 6 Offenders Who Attacked Police

House Republicans say GOP Governors On Board with Plans to Cut Medicaid

DGA Statement on Rep. Andy Biggs Announcing His Interest in Running for AZ GOV

GOP Candidates for Governor Must Answer for Trump’s Jan 6th Pardons

DGA Statement on the Inauguration of Delaware Governor Matt Meyer