Kentucky Democrat Prioritizes Coal Miners' Health
While President Donald Trump and Republicans aim to revive the coal industry, Morgan McGarvey, the lone Democratic congressman from Kentucky, is focusing on worker health and safety.
Since taking office in 2023, McGarvey has taken a different approach from his Republican colleagues, who seek to protect coal from environmental regulations and market pressures.
McGarvey's priority is to address the industry's past harms and help coal communities transition to a clean energy economy.
He’s leaning in on worker health and safety.
Author's summary: McGarvey prioritizes coal miners' health over industry revival.