As Trump looks to punish foes, Democratic states find ways to push back

By: Kevin Hardy, Jonathan Shorman

Outlets: Stateline

Published: May 11, 2026

Words: 2,565

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Editor’s note: This is the second article in The 50 vs. The One, an occasional series examining the current fraught moment and what evolving — and often deteriorating — state-federal ties mean for the country. Read the first article here.

President Donald Trump is wielding power in unprecedented ways to bring states to heel, marking a dark new chapter in the relationship between the federal government and the states.

Since taking office last year, …

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