President Trump Announces New Appointments to the Council of Governors
Today, President Donald J. Trump made a significant announcement regarding the Council of Governors. This bipartisan group of state leaders plays a crucial role in strengthening state-federal partnerships on national security, disaster response, and military coordination issues.
Appointed Members
- Governor Glenn Youngkin (VA) – Co-Chair
- Governor Josh Stein (NC) – Co-Chair
- Governor Ron DeSantis (FL)
- Governor Brian Kemp (GA)
- Governor Jeff Landry (LA)
- Governor Wes Moore (MD)
- Governor Gretchen Whitmer (MI)
- Governor Kathy Hochul (NY)
- Governor Josh Shapiro (PA)
- Governor Henry McMaster (SC)
About the Council of Governors
The Council of Governors was established by the National Defense Authorization Act of 2008 and formally created by Executive Order 13528 in 2010. It serves as a vital platform for governors and federal officials to enhance collaboration on disaster response, National Guard operations, and military integration within the states.
