Kayla Blackford, a coal worker from Sullivan County, Indiana, was invited to the White House to represent coal miners and give a speech about the importance of her job to her family, community, and the country.
Local coal driver receives an invite to the White House
By Aubrey Hicks
Feb 19, 2026 | 6:28 PM

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