Muriel Bowser, the Democratic mayor of Washington, D.C., spent much of President Donald Trump’s first term as a political foe. Ahead of his second term, however, she seems to be striking a more conciliatory tone.
Like several others on the left, her apparent change of heart comes after Trump graciously agreed to meet with her to discuss a range of political priorities.
As the New York Post reported:
“Today, President Trump and I had a great meeting to discuss our shared priorities for the President’s second term,” Bowser said in a statement.
The three-term Democratic mayor indicated that she and Trump agreed on wanting the nation’s capital “to be the best, most beautiful city in the world” and “reflect the strength” of the United States.
“We discussed areas for collaboration between local and federal government, especially around our federal workforce, underutilized federal buildings, parks and green spaces, and infrastructure,” Bowser added. “I am optimistic that we will continue to find common ground with the President during his second term, and we look forward to supporting a successful inauguration on January 20.”
While some celebrated the potential for bipartisan progress over the next four years, several critics responded to Bowser’s