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News about Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Whitmer says she's not part of Democrat governor resistance group against Trump

Whitmer says she's not part of Democrat governor resistance group against Trump

Democrat governors have refused to endorse the use of their state police to deport migrants. When the governor was asked that, Whitmer never answered the question.

November 19, 2024 6:28pm EST
Turkey, 'Aidan Cluckinson' pardoned by Gov. Whitmer before Thanksgiving

Turkey, 'Aidan Cluckinson' pardoned by Gov. Whitmer before Thanksgiving

'Aidan Cluckinson' is the third turkey Governor Gretchen Whitmer has pardoned since taking office. Cluckinson joins the ranks of Dolly Pardon and Mitch E. Gander in the lineup of recent pardoned turkeys before Thanksgiving.

November 14, 2024 4:54pm EST
Gov Whitmer addresses Howell Nazi demonstration: 'It's distressing'

Gov Whitmer addresses Howell Nazi demonstration: 'It's distressing'

The governor denounced hate speech and reassures local and state residents that her job is to protect the public.

November 12, 2024 7:59pm EST
Social media video of Whitmer feeding Doritos to podcaster sparks backlash

Social media video of Whitmer feeding Doritos to podcaster sparks backlash

"That’s just wrong," Roe said. "And if it were done to any other faith, it would be condemned across the board. But this is what Christians take all the time, and we’re tired of it."

October 11, 2024 10:24pm EDT
Pretty In Pink: Gov Whitmer’s pink lipstick goes viral after DNC speech

Pretty In Pink: Gov Whitmer’s pink lipstick goes viral after DNC speech

Before Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepted the Democratic nomination for president Thursday night at the DNC, Gov.

August 24, 2024 11:49am EDT
Electric vehicles proving a political hot potato ahead of 2024 election in Michigan

Electric vehicles proving a political hot potato ahead of 2024 election in Michigan

While several high brass political figures in Michigan support the president's push to produce and adopt more electric vehicles, the answer is more complicated among residents.

July 24, 2024 7:48pm EDT
Gov. Whitmer signs $82.5B state budget into law for 2025

Gov. Whitmer signs $82.5B state budget into law for 2025

“We have delivered a pragmatic, balanced budget that delivers on the kitchen table issues,” Whitmer said.

July 24, 2024 6:41pm EDT
Gretchen Whitmer not interested in running for Vice President: 'I'm not leaving Michigan'

Gretchen Whitmer not interested in running for Vice President: 'I'm not leaving Michigan'

Gretchen Whitmer says she won't run as Vice President with Kamala Harris on the Democratic ticket for President.

July 22, 2024 1:18pm EDT
Whitmer endorses Harris for president after Biden drops campaign bid

Whitmer endorses Harris for president after Biden drops campaign bid

While Whitmer has herself been a popular name as a potential replacement at the top of the ticket, she has shot down questions about her running for president in the months and weeks leading up to Joe Biden dropping out.

July 22, 2024 11:53am EDT
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer - a possible Presidential candidate?

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer - a possible Presidential candidate?

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has been sidestepping questions about her possibly running for President. But with President Joe Biden withdrawing from the race, those questions will only grow.

July 21, 2024 2:33pm EDT
President Joe Biden drops out of race for White House, who could replace him?

President Joe Biden drops out of race for White House, who could replace him?

President Joe Biden is dropping out of the race for the White House -- three months before the country votes in the Presidential election.

July 21, 2024 2:17pm EDT
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer embarks on book tour promoting 'True Gretch'

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer embarks on book tour promoting 'True Gretch'

If you want to find the governor these days you have to look in Seattle, California, Washington DC, Martha's Vineyard, or your local book store as she hawks her first book - "True Gretch."

July 9, 2024 6:50pm EDT
Whitmer shuts down 2024 election talk ahead of memoir launch

Whitmer shuts down 2024 election talk ahead of memoir launch

While the release of her first book won't dispel questions about her future ambitions, the Michigan governor was adamant about one thing: she will not run for president in 2024.

July 8, 2024 1:58pm EDT
Whitmer to attend dinner with Biden, other Democratic governors amid brewing criticisms of president

Whitmer to attend dinner with Biden, other Democratic governors amid brewing criticisms of president

Gretchen Whitmer, a frequently-cited name as a star within the Democratic party, has denied interest in running for president in 2024.

July 3, 2024 2:31pm EDT
Whitmer for president? Michigan governor not jumping at calls to enter 2024 race

Whitmer for president? Michigan governor not jumping at calls to enter 2024 race

Adding to speculation about the governor's future plans is her first book that is set to be published soon.

July 1, 2024 5:26pm EDT
Few Democratic lawmakers disagree with Whitmer's job creation incentives

Few Democratic lawmakers disagree with Whitmer's job creation incentives

Some Democrats in Michigan's Senate and House reject the Gov. Whitmer's job creation incentives. They have a different idea of where the money should go.

April 30, 2024 5:51pm EDT
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces book detailing her rapid rise in Democratic politics

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces book detailing her rapid rise in Democratic politics

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will detail her rapid ascent in Democratic politics in a book out this summer, a move that will undoubtedly spark fresh speculation about her potential presidential ambitions.

April 5, 2024 8:43am EDT
Does the Michigan governor support a TikTok ban?

Does the Michigan governor support a TikTok ban?

Gretchen Whitmer admitted recently that she's an avid user of the platform, though keeps it away from any state server or personal data.

March 21, 2024 6:11pm EDT
Whitmer taking her time deciding fate of embattled MSU trustees Denno, Vassar, she says

Whitmer taking her time deciding fate of embattled MSU trustees Denno, Vassar, she says

"My legal team is doing its due diligence and I don't have anything to announce today," Whitmer said.

March 20, 2024 5:29pm EDT
Skubick: Whitmer in wait-and-see mode regarding removal of MSU trustees Denno and Vassar

Skubick: Whitmer in wait-and-see mode regarding removal of MSU trustees Denno and Vassar

A special 66-page investigative report alleges that two trustees violated board policies and by laws so the legal question is does that rise to the level of misconduct outlined in state law?

February 29, 2024 7:14pm EST
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