Dems vow to ‘stand’ with President Trump on Inauguration Day.
Congressional Democrats are balancing efforts to side with President Trump whenever possible after the Republican commander-in-chief took office.
The GOP’s commanding victories in the 2024 elections will later go to moderate Democrats and Democrats in vulnerable seats to Republicans on issues such as border security and transgender youth — rights widely interpreted as mandates for a more conservative America.
“My job is to fight to improve lives for Texas families, and I will work with any Democrat or Republican who is interested in reducing spending, securing our borders, and keeping our communities safe.” – In a statement from Texas who attended the inauguration.
But make no mistake, I stand with President Trump, his administration, his division, and his right-wing extremism when any individual or entity threatens our way of life.
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.
Democrats in purple and red states like Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto and Rep. Julie Johnson said they will work with President Trump as much as possible but stand with him. (Getty Images)
In the year Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, who ran tight races in 2016 and 2022 and is expected to run again in 2028, said in a statement: “I look forward to working with the incoming administration to lower costs, create jobs and keep our communities safe, but make no mistake, President Trump is in his position to hurt hardworking Nevadans. If you use them, I will always stand to protect them.
Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., took a similar conciliatory tone.
“There is progress on housing, environmental protection, public safety, immigration reform, national security, and so on. I will work with anyone and any administration to show areas of agreement to provide power to the people I serve,” he said. .
Trump was sworn in on Monday. (Kevin Lamarque/AFP via Getty Images)
“I also strongly believe that our diversity is our strength and that despite our many challenges, our unity is the power to persevere and succeed. Law-abiding immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, women, and families recovering from devastating natural disasters are troubled by rhetoric from the campaign trail and policies of the Trump administration.”
Other Democrats were more guarded in their statements, as Rep. Chris DeLuzio, D-Pa., said on X.
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“We must face these challenges boldly and openly,” said progressive Rep. Becca Balint. (AP/Lisa Rathke)
But progressive Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vt., has made it clear she will take a tougher line against Trump.
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“Day 1 of Trump. We must face these challenges and attacks with courage and clarity. I am ready for the work to defend our Constitution and will work tirelessly to meet the urgent needs of Vermonters and workers across America,” he wrote on X.
Trump was sworn in for a second term at an inauguration ceremony in the US Capitol.