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Trump agrees to meet at White House with all governors, including Democrats

President Trump reversed plans to exclude Democrats after bipartisan outcry; all 55 governors invited to preserve traditional collaboration at annual National Governors Association meeting.

  • President Donald Trump on Feb. 11 reversed course and invited all governors from the 55 states and territories to the White House next week, changing an earlier plan to limit the gathering.
  • After NGA pushback and talk of halting coordination, the White House changed plans following a Feb. 11 call with Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, NGA chairman.
  • Uncertainty remains about participation and whether Wes Moore and Jared Polis will be excluded, as the White House did not immediately comment or respond to USA TODAY.
  • The bipartisan governors meeting has long been described as a valued tradition, but the dispute threatened to upend this rare gathering while officials stressed its role in building bridges and holding constructive conversations.
  • The meeting and dinner are set for Feb. 19 to 21 in Washington, D.C., and Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, said Trump has discretion to invite anyone he wants to the White House.
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Governors group says Trump will welcome Democrats and Republicans to White House

WASHINGTON (AP) — The National Governors Association said governors from both parties would be able to meet with President Donald Trump later this month after

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Las Vegas Sun broke the news in Las Vegas, United States on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
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