Joint Statement from Democratic Governors on Not Attending White House Events

In response to reports that Donald Trump is not inviting all governors to the annual bipartisan White House events, DGA Chair Governor Andy Beshear, DGA Vice Chair Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Governor Tony Evers, Governor Maura Healey, Governor Kathy Hochul, Governor Laura Kelly, Governor Ned Lamont, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor Dan McKee, Governor Wes Moore, Governor Matt Meyer, Governor Janet Mills, Governor Gavin Newsom, Governor Jared Polis, Governor JB Pritzker, Governor Josh Shapiro, Governor Mikie Sherrill, and Governor Tim Walz released the following statement:

"Democratic governors have a long record of working across the aisle to deliver results and we remain committed to this effort. But it's disappointing this administration doesn't seem to share the same goal. At every turn, President Trump is creating chaos and division, and it is the American people who are hurting as a result.

"If the reports are true that not all governors are invited to these events, which have historically been productive and bipartisan opportunities for collaboration, we will not be attending the White House dinner this year. Democratic governors remain united and will never stop fighting to protect and make life better for people in our states."

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