Three Republican leaders of blue states who opposed President-elect Donald Trump during the campaign have been talking among themselves about how best to work with the incoming administration.
Vermont Gov.-elect Phil Scott told The Associated Press he's been talking with Govs. Charlie Baker of Massachusetts and Larry Hogan of Maryland at recent national governors' meetings about how to pursue common interests in Washington.
Baker's aides aren't commenting. A Hogan spokeswoman says he's eager to share ideas and pursue common interests with his fellow governors.
Baker did not endorse Trump during the contentious presidential election and left his ballot blank. But he reportedly extended an olive branch to the president-elect before the Thanksgiving weekend, calling to congratulate him on his victory and offering assistance "if appropriate."
Scott also did not support Trump, voting for John Kasich instead. Hogan disavowed Trump prior to the election, writing in his father's name for president.
Scott tells the AP the three have been talking at recent meetings of the National Governors Association and the Republican Governors Association. He says one area of focus has been how states will weather a possible repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act.
