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Governors, state AGs, and secretaries of state are on the front lines of protecting the American people and our democracy—but they can’t do it alone. Hear from our CEO @joannalydgate.bsky.social on why standing with state leaders matters now more than ever.
December 31, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Governors, state AGs, and secretaries of state are on the front lines of protecting the American people and our democracy—but they can’t do it alone. Hear from our CEO @joannalydgate.bsky.social on why standing with state leaders matters now more than ever.
The American people have been very clear: They do NOT support the President withholding disaster relief funding, allocated to the states by Congress, out of perceived political differences.
https://apnews.com/article/colorado-disaster-declarations-polis-trump-c6d873d38d9892a47a63d9c151e80883
https://apnews.com/article/colorado-disaster-declarations-polis-trump-c6d873d38d9892a47a63d9c151e80883
December 28, 2025 at 11:26 PM
The American people have been very clear: They do NOT support the President withholding disaster relief funding, allocated to the states by Congress, out of perceived political differences.
https://apnews.com/article/colorado-disaster-declarations-polis-trump-c6d873d38d9892a47a63d9c151e80883
https://apnews.com/article/colorado-disaster-declarations-polis-trump-c6d873d38d9892a47a63d9c151e80883
Protecting our democracy isn’t a partisan issue; it’s an American issue. Leaders across parties stepped up to protect the freedoms Americans value the most. Here are a few moments that made a difference in 2025.
December 27, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Protecting our democracy isn’t a partisan issue; it’s an American issue. Leaders across parties stepped up to protect the freedoms Americans value the most. Here are a few moments that made a difference in 2025.
State officials carried a heavy load defending democracy this year. As new challenges emerged, we provided legal, research, and communications support to state leaders in real time.
Check out some of our reports from 2025:🧵⬇️ statesunited.org/reports/
Check out some of our reports from 2025:🧵⬇️ statesunited.org/reports/
December 22, 2025 at 11:38 PM
State officials carried a heavy load defending democracy this year. As new challenges emerged, we provided legal, research, and communications support to state leaders in real time.
Check out some of our reports from 2025:🧵⬇️ statesunited.org/reports/
Check out some of our reports from 2025:🧵⬇️ statesunited.org/reports/
2025 made clear what was at stake. As attacks on our democracy intensified, we expanded our work to meet the moment — helping statewide officials uphold the rule of law where it was under pressure and defend the values that Americans hold close.
December 19, 2025 at 4:06 PM
2025 made clear what was at stake. As attacks on our democracy intensified, we expanded our work to meet the moment — helping statewide officials uphold the rule of law where it was under pressure and defend the values that Americans hold close.
A majority of Americans OPPOSE President Trump using the U.S. Department of Justice to pursue charges against his political opponents.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
A majority of Americans OPPOSE President Trump using the U.S. Department of Justice to pursue charges against his political opponents.
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Six in 10 Americans DO NOT want to see the Trump administration taking a larger role in running elections. Most Americans also DISAGREED that the U.S. Justice Department should be able to force states into administering elections as Trump directs. statesunited.org/resources/el...
December 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Six in 10 Americans DO NOT want to see the Trump administration taking a larger role in running elections. Most Americans also DISAGREED that the U.S. Justice Department should be able to force states into administering elections as Trump directs. statesunited.org/resources/el...
LESS THAN A QUARTER of Americans think that Trump should be able to deploy the National Guard in a state without the consent of that state’s governor.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
LESS THAN A QUARTER of Americans think that Trump should be able to deploy the National Guard in a state without the consent of that state’s governor.
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Roughly 3 out of 4 Americans DISAGREE that President Trump should be able to withhold money from federal agencies without congressional approval.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Roughly 3 out of 4 Americans DISAGREE that President Trump should be able to withhold money from federal agencies without congressional approval.
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Nearly 70% of Americans AGREE that Trump should respect court rulings, even when they declare that his administration’s actions are illegal or unconstitutional.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Nearly 70% of Americans AGREE that Trump should respect court rulings, even when they declare that his administration’s actions are illegal or unconstitutional.
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"Secretaries of State have a responsibility under the law [...] to protect the data and privacy of our voters.” — Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/12/your-private-data-is-building-trumps-voter-purge-machine/
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/12/your-private-data-is-building-trumps-voter-purge-machine/
December 12, 2025 at 10:49 PM
"Secretaries of State have a responsibility under the law [...] to protect the data and privacy of our voters.” — Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/12/your-private-data-is-building-trumps-voter-purge-machine/
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/12/your-private-data-is-building-trumps-voter-purge-machine/
BREAKING NEWS >> The U.S. Supreme Court will decide on the legality of Trump Admin efforts to roll back birthright citizenship.
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
December 5, 2025 at 7:34 PM
BREAKING NEWS >> The U.S. Supreme Court will decide on the legality of Trump Admin efforts to roll back birthright citizenship.
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
Get the facts on birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and how this ended up at the nation's highest court: https://bit.ly/4pFdSzz
Did you know? 74% of Americans prefer that the president work with Congress to pass legislation rather than enact policy changes through executive orders.
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
December 5, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Did you know? 74% of Americans prefer that the president work with Congress to pass legislation rather than enact policy changes through executive orders.
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
https://wherethingsstand.talkingpointsmemo.com/i/180554313/americans-want-congress-to-legislate-not-trump
In the first 100 days of his second term, President Trump issued 143 executive orders—7.2x the historical average.
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
December 3, 2025 at 12:49 AM
In the first 100 days of his second term, President Trump issued 143 executive orders—7.2x the historical average.
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
Read our new report to learn more: https://statesunited.org/resources/executive-order-report/
NEW >> Since returning to office, President Trump has issued 217 executive orders, far more than any president in history. The volume and pace of those issued suggests a governing style that relies heavily on unilateral action and side-stepping Congress.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:55 PM
NEW >> Since returning to office, President Trump has issued 217 executive orders, far more than any president in history. The volume and pace of those issued suggests a governing style that relies heavily on unilateral action and side-stepping Congress.
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NEW >> States United filed an amicus brief on behalf of 34 retired senior military leaders, including former heads of the Navy and Army, in a case challenging the president’s deployment of the D.C. National Guard and out-of-state Guard troops to the nation’s capital.
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December 2, 2025 at 4:22 PM
NEW >> States United filed an amicus brief on behalf of 34 retired senior military leaders, including former heads of the Navy and Army, in a case challenging the president’s deployment of the D.C. National Guard and out-of-state Guard troops to the nation’s capital.
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Free speech and free press are cornerstone values in our democracy. Americans do not support attacks on a free press.
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
November 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Free speech and free press are cornerstone values in our democracy. Americans do not support attacks on a free press.
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
Explore our recent survey:
https://statesunited.org/resources/critical-press-survey/
Democracy depends on all of us. We’re grateful to all of the people who work to protect it every day.
November 27, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Democracy depends on all of us. We’re grateful to all of the people who work to protect it every day.
LATEST >> 10 Secretaries of State are looking for answers from DOJ & DHS on federal uses of voter data. “We are deeply concerned about the inconsistent & misleading information that Secretaries have received [...] and with the potential lack of compliance with federal law.”
November 22, 2025 at 12:54 AM
LATEST >> 10 Secretaries of State are looking for answers from DOJ & DHS on federal uses of voter data. “We are deeply concerned about the inconsistent & misleading information that Secretaries have received [...] and with the potential lack of compliance with federal law.”
BREAKING >> In a new amicus brief, leading experts warn that the political motivations behind the prosecution of New York Attorney General Letitia James is yet another dangerous sign of democratic backsliding and a threat to the rule of law.
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
November 14, 2025 at 9:37 PM
BREAKING >> In a new amicus brief, leading experts warn that the political motivations behind the prosecution of New York Attorney General Letitia James is yet another dangerous sign of democratic backsliding and a threat to the rule of law.
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
statesunited.org/james-amicus/
Today, we honor America’s veterans – individuals who answered the call to serve and defend our democracy. We owe them a debt of gratitude for all they have given and recommit to honoring that legacy every day. 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Today, we honor America’s veterans – individuals who answered the call to serve and defend our democracy. We owe them a debt of gratitude for all they have given and recommit to honoring that legacy every day. 🇺🇸
Today, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case challenging the legality of Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Lower courts have previously found that the president did not have the legal authority to impose them after a dozen state AGs sued.
www.reuters.com/world/us/sup...
www.reuters.com/world/us/sup...
November 5, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Today, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case challenging the legality of Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Lower courts have previously found that the president did not have the legal authority to impose them after a dozen state AGs sued.
www.reuters.com/world/us/sup...
www.reuters.com/world/us/sup...
There’s no such thing as an off year when it comes to our elections. Millions of Americans across the country have already made their voices heard through early, mail-in, and absentee voting. Join them by voting in-person today on Election Day! 🗳️🇺🇸
November 4, 2025 at 4:25 PM
There’s no such thing as an off year when it comes to our elections. Millions of Americans across the country have already made their voices heard through early, mail-in, and absentee voting. Join them by voting in-person today on Election Day! 🗳️🇺🇸
Not all heroes wear capes – some safeguard our democracy. Today, we’re proud to celebrate our state and local election officials, their staff, and the poll workers who make free, fair, and secure elections possible. #ThankYouElectionHeroes
www.electionheroday.org
www.electionheroday.org
November 3, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Not all heroes wear capes – some safeguard our democracy. Today, we’re proud to celebrate our state and local election officials, their staff, and the poll workers who make free, fair, and secure elections possible. #ThankYouElectionHeroes
www.electionheroday.org
www.electionheroday.org
This month, and all year long, we’re celebrating Native voters, leaders, and their contributions to our democracy. Happy #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth!
November 1, 2025 at 1:49 PM
This month, and all year long, we’re celebrating Native voters, leaders, and their contributions to our democracy. Happy #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth!