State-Level Democrats Prepare Strategies to Oppose Trump’s Agenda

While some officials are looking to resist certain policies, Trump’s border czar is warning against attempting to block the federal government.

President Donald Trump (R) looks on with California Gov.-elect Gavin Newsom, as they view damage from wildfires in Paradise, Calif., on Nov. 17, 2018. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images

Law enforcement officials in some states are strategizing their responses to expected policy decisions from President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration, while one Cabinet appointee has cautioned against interfering with immigration plans.

Attorneys general of California, Washington, New York, and New Jersey have all voiced a readiness since Election Day to file lawsuits against the Trump administration regarding a host of issues, including deportation plans, environmental protections, and abortion.