Democratic Governors Unite to Challenge Trump's Agenda

Governors J.B. Pritzker of Illinois and Jared Polis of Colorado have formed a group called 'Governors Safeguarding Democracy' to counter Republican President-elect Donald Trump's policies. This coalition aims to unite Democratic governors and attorneys general to resist Trump's conservative agenda, including immigration and environmental rollback plans.

In a bold political maneuver, the governors of Illinois and Colorado announced on Wednesday they will co-chair a coalition aimed at opposing policies President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to implement. Named 'Governors Safeguarding Democracy,' the group unites Democratic-led states in an effort to counteract conservative measures.

Specifically, the group targets Trump's pledges such as utilizing federal enforcement against political opponents, executing mass deportations, and dismantling diversity initiatives in higher education institutions. Democratic states have historically resisted Republican policies, yet Trump's agenda remains aggressively conservative.

The coalition insists it is non-partisan, promising dialogues with Republican officials. However, their success remains questionable as past Democratic efforts have struggled to deter Trump's policies. With legal teams across states preparing defenses, the political battlelines under Trump's leadership are being clearly drawn.

(With inputs from agencies.)