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Local Leaders Step Up as Trust in Federal Government Plummets

3/15/2026

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Local governments are taking on geopolitical roles as mayors manage immigration, trade disruptions, climate disasters, and pandemic recovery.
With trust in the federal government at historic lows, nearly 70% of Americans express confidence in their local governments.
Mayors Jacob Frey of Minneapolis and Michelle Wu of Boston coordinate responses to federal immigration policies to sustain community trust and stability.

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Story summary

Local governments are taking on geopolitical roles as mayors manage immigration, trade disruptions, climate disasters, and pandemic recovery.
With trust in the federal government at historic lows, nearly 70% of Americans express confidence in their local governments.
Mayors Jacob Frey of Minneapolis and Michelle Wu of Boston coordinate responses to federal immigration policies to sustain community trust and stability.