Democrats Rise Against Trump's Policies: A Look at Potential 2028 Presidential Hopefuls

Trump's policies have sparked a wave of resistance among Democratic governors. These governors are using this opportunity to gain national attention and position themselves as potential candidates for the 2028 presidential election. California's Gavin Newsom, Illinois' JB Pritzker, and Maryland's Wes Moore are among those who have stepped up to challenge Trump's agenda. Newsom has been particularly vocal in his opposition to Trump's redistricting efforts. He successfully championed a ballot measure in California that could help Democrats gain extra seats in next year's congressional elections. Newsom's actions have not gone unnoticed, and he has been gaining traction among Democrats nationwide. Pritzker, on the other hand, has positioned himself as a defender of immigrant communities. He recently signed legislation barring federal arrests at schools and courthouses in Illinois. Pritzker has also been making appearances at Democratic events in other states, urging his party to be bolder against Trump. Moore has been vocal in his opposition to Trump's efforts to shrink the federal workforce and slash SNAP food benefits. He responded by restoring full SNAP benefits in Maryland and campaigning for Democrats in swing states. Moore's actions have been framed as a direct counter to Trump's policies. These governors' actions have been met with enthusiasm from Democrats who are looking for a strong leader to challenge Trump. However, Trump has not taken these governors' actions lightly. He has mocked Newsom on social media, calling him "Newscum, " and has accused Moore of failing to control crime. The governors' profiles are growing, and they are gaining national attention. However, they still have work to do to build their national brands. In a recent poll, 64% of Democrats had a favorable opinion of Newsom, but a majority of Democrats were unfamiliar with Pritzker or Moore.