Governor Hochul and Attorney General James address New Yorkers in wake of Trump Presidential victory
ALBANY, NY- Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James addressed New Yorkers on Wednesday, specifically in what they say is ongoing work to protect the fundamental freedoms of New Yorkers in preparation for President-Elect Donald Trump’s second Presidential term.
“I’m committed to working with anyone on policies that make our state stronger, safer and more livable — but my administration will also be prepared to protect New Yorkers’ fundamental freedoms from any potential threats,” the Governor declared during the press conference.
“My office has been preparing for a potential second Trump Administration, and I am ready to do everything in my power to ensure our state and nation do not go backwards,” said Attorney General James.
The two announced a strengthened partnership, including new dedicated staff, to address potential federal legal threats to reproductive freedom, gun safety laws and other key issues. See the full press conference here.
Governor Hochul also announced the new Empire State Freedom Initiative, which convened prior to Election Day and has already begun developing comprehensive plans to address any policy and regulatory threats that may emerge from a Trump Administration.
The Governor also highlighted that New York has already taken steps to protect access to safe and legal abortions, including passage of Proposition 1, which enshrines reproductive freedoms in the State Constitution.
Read more on the Governor’s website.
Image via the office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul.
