Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, along with five other Democratic governors, urged Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer to slow down the confirmation of President Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees and oppose his agenda during a recent phone call. Healey criticized the administration’s freezing of federal aid and described the impact as “devastating.” She urged Senate Democrats not to vote for Trump’s cabinet picks.
During the call, Healey expressed frustration that she and other Democratic governors were fielding calls from constituents impacted by White House policies, despite leading legal efforts to halt them. Healey, who has taken a more moderate tone recently, has not confirmed whether she will seek reelection in 2026.
Schumer acknowledged that Senate Democrats had damaged the political standing of some Trump nominees in the past. While he could not force them to oppose every nominee, he could unite them against certain high-profile appointees.
Healey has previously stated that her administration will cooperate with the White House when necessary but will draw the line at certain actions. Despite her more conciliatory approach, she, along with other governors, expressed concern about the impacts of Trump’s policies on their states.
The call with Schumer highlights the ongoing tensions between Democratic governors and the Trump administration, as well as the challenges they face in balancing cooperation with resistance. Schumer’s stance on opposing certain high-profile appointments indicates potential areas of bipartisan opposition within the Senate.
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