Governors and Attorneys General Pledge to Oppose Trump Administration.

Governors and attorneys general from both political parties have pledged to oppose the Trump administration's policies following the election's outcome.

Susie Wiles has been appointed as the chief of staff by President-elect Trump during his transition back into the White House.

Recently, Trump indicated to NBC News that mass deportations are a possibility as one of his top priorities when he begins his term in January.

Governors and attorneys general in Democratic states have also expressed their priorities of defending themselves during Trump's second term.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James stated on Wednesday that they would respect the election results and collaborate with anyone who shares their administration's goals in the state. However, they emphasized that this does not mean they will accept an agenda from Washington that infringes on the rights that New Yorkers have long cherished.

"New Yorkers' safety and wellbeing are my top priorities, and I am committed to working with anyone on policies that make our state stronger, safer, and more livable. However, my administration will also be prepared to protect New Yorkers' fundamental freedoms from any potential threats."

James mirrored those same sentiments, stating that he and his team had been readying for a possible second Trump Administration, and he was prepared to do everything in his power to prevent their state and country from regressing.

Planet Chronicle Digital reached out to Hochul and James' offices for comment.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker stated in a Wednesday release that "our most vulnerable communities are now uncertain about their future, fearing their rights will no longer be protected." Pritzker vowed to uphold Illinois' values, adding, "I will work with the next presidential administration or stand up to it, as my record shows where I stand."

During a press conference on Thursday, Pritzker emphasized that anyone seeking to help his community must go through him.

Planet Chronicle Digital reached out to Pritzker's office for comment.

On Thursday, Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson and incoming Attorney General Nick Brown held a press conference, where Ferguson announced that his team had been preparing for a potential Trump presidency for months. Ferguson stated that his team had reviewed Trump's policies and the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025, the latest iteration of a longstanding Heritage Foundation initiative to establish a conservative governing blueprint.

Trump consistently maintains that he has no connection to the agenda, stating, "I disagree with certain statements and find some of them to be utterly preposterous and deplorable."

"The president possesses considerable power, as per our system's functioning. Nevertheless, no one is exempt from the law. Our office has successfully sued the Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations. If a president oversteps their authority and harms Washingtonians, the Washington State Attorney General's Office will hold them accountable to the rule of law."

On Thursday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the state legislature would hold a special session to safeguard California values and fundamental rights in the face of an incoming Trump administration. The session will focus on bolstering California legal resources to protect civil rights, reproductive freedom, climate action, and immigrant families ahead of Trump taking office.

"Bonta stated, "We have previously faced this issue and are prepared to safeguard your rights and uphold California's values. We are collaborating with the Governor and the Legislature to strengthen our defenses and obtain the necessary resources to tackle each challenge as it arises.""

"President Trump was re-elected by a significant margin, according to Karoline Leavitt, Trump-Vance Transition spokeswoman, who stated on Planet Chronicle Digital that he will fulfill the campaign promises he made."