“I’m really shocked. I mean this is the state that went overwhelmingly [for Trump] more than any other state. I don’t like that; I don’t like the federal government coming in and taking our votes either.
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Mark Gordon
Republican
Governor of Wyoming • Wyoming
Rancher and former Wyoming state treasurer elected governor in 2018; retiring at the end of his second term in January 2027.
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“We were delighted to let them participate as observers. But as "monitors," as per Wyoming state law, they weren’t allowed to go interview voters; they weren’t allowed to check the tabulators. Those are the sorts of things that could potentially put an election at risk. It could have been done in advance, in a far less disruptive way.
“Management of our public lands closer to the people that actually live, work, and play there has been a steady drumbeat of mine during my time as Governor of Wyoming. Proper management includes an opportunity to keep our forests healthy and less prone to fire dangers. Wyoming has demonstrated our commitment to sensible stewardship. The USDA and USFS, under the leadership of Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz, are doing great work recognizing our efforts, making this trust a reality by rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule. This step reflects a commitment to locally-driven, durable planning and empowering those who know these lands the best.