the program. you're seeing the savings here in michigan. but will that translate down in washington when they're deciding how to dole out the dollars? >> this is the best case i've ever seen in terms of congress wanting to listen, and actually have a positive dialogue with the states. >> you didn't endorse donald trump. do you worry that that may boed unfavorably for you and hence the residents of michigan? >> i haven't seen indications of that. >> reporter: snyder says he has not spoken to the president. >> i was working 65 hours a week and barely making ends meet as it was. >> reporter: but for people like robin mead who had lifesaving surgery thanks to michigan. >> that's really the reason i'm still here today. >> reporter: it means her three children don't have to live without their mother. >> wee needed a plan. >> reporter: jean ireland graduates in april when she hopes to get a job that offers