Whitmer, Michigan Democrats want to send $180 'inflation relief' checks to taxpayers
The plan is part of a three-pronged proposal that includes rollbacks to the retirement tax and boosting the earned income tax credit.
The plan is part of a three-pronged proposal that includes rollbacks to the retirement tax and boosting the earned income tax credit.
New Whitmer plan would send inflation relief checks to all state taxpayers
The check, of a yet-undetermined amount, would be sent to every taxpayer in the state of Michigan. Some experts say that will have some curbside appeal compared to the Republican plan, which is to roll back the state income tax rate - in which some say you wouldn't really see the money.
The check, of a yet-undetermined amount, would be sent to every taxpayer in the state of Michigan. Some experts say that will have some curbside appeal compared to the Republican plan, which is to roll back the state income tax rate - in which some say you wouldn't really see the money.
Whitmer's SOS cracks at Ohio & Indiana being 'bigoted' for abortion and gay rights raises GOP ire
"I think that it is remarkable that our state plan for economic development is to lure more businesses and people with the prospect of being able to kill unborn children," said Beeler.
"I think that it is remarkable that our state plan for economic development is to lure more businesses and people with the prospect of being able to kill unborn children," said Beeler.
Educator: Whitmer's Pre-K for All plan a 'huge step' for Michigan families
"Having all students have access to it I think is really beneficial," Roberson said. "Students are starting to learn their sounds their phonetic awareness and having that with a certified teacher allows students to be able to enter into a kindergarten program well-prepared."
"Having all students have access to it I think is really beneficial," Roberson said. "Students are starting to learn their sounds their phonetic awareness and having that with a certified teacher allows students to be able to enter into a kindergarten program well-prepared."
Gov. Whitmer calls for stricter gun laws to 'save lives' during Michigan State of the State
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said the time for thoughts and prayers is over as she pushed for stricter gun laws.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said the time for thoughts and prayers is over as she pushed for stricter gun laws.
Whitmer's 2023 State of the State brings mixed reactions from each side of the aisle
“I was so pleased to hear the governor's positive message ... and being the chairwoman of the education committee, heard tutoring, tutoring, tutoring, (and) solidifying our budget and increasing it, and I can’t wait. I can’t wait to see what this next four years bring.”
“I was so pleased to hear the governor's positive message ... and being the chairwoman of the education committee, heard tutoring, tutoring, tutoring, (and) solidifying our budget and increasing it, and I can’t wait. I can’t wait to see what this next four years bring.”
Whitmer plans tax cuts, stricter gun laws, free pre-K in State of the State
Whitmer also called for gun reform legislation that includes universal background checks and safe storage laws, saying that "despite pleas" from the families of a 2021 school shooting at Oxford High School "these issues never even got a hearing in the Legislature."
Whitmer also called for gun reform legislation that includes universal background checks and safe storage laws, saying that "despite pleas" from the families of a 2021 school shooting at Oxford High School "these issues never even got a hearing in the Legislature."
Michigan State of the State: How to watch Governor Gretchen Whitmer's speech
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will speak Wednesday night during the annual state of the state, as she speaks in front of the state legislature for the first time in person since January 2020.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will speak Wednesday night during the annual state of the state, as she speaks in front of the state legislature for the first time in person since January 2020.
Whitmer to talk 'common sense' gun issues in Wednesday's State of the State
"I think you'll see a very reasonable common sense set of policies that are geared toward keeping people safe," said Gov. Whitmer.
"I think you'll see a very reasonable common sense set of policies that are geared toward keeping people safe," said Gov. Whitmer.
Gretchen Whitmer traveling to Norway, Switzerland for business trip
Among the places the governor will visit is the World Economic Forum's annual meeting.
Among the places the governor will visit is the World Economic Forum's annual meeting.
Whitmer, both political parties moving toward tax cut for families, seniors
"Where we go from here, it will be a lot of negotiation, and we will see what the final bill looks like when it comes to my desk," Whitmer said.
"Where we go from here, it will be a lot of negotiation, and we will see what the final bill looks like when it comes to my desk," Whitmer said.
First gentleman Marc Mallory gives rare interview, says no interest in running for office: 'None'
Michigan's First Gentleman, former dentist Dr. Marc Mallory, rarely talks to the news media but with a nudge from his wife the governor, he sat down again with FOX 2's Tim Skubick to discuss what it's like to be the husband of the state's chief executive.
Michigan's First Gentleman, former dentist Dr. Marc Mallory, rarely talks to the news media but with a nudge from his wife the governor, he sat down again with FOX 2's Tim Skubick to discuss what it's like to be the husband of the state's chief executive.
Whitmer 1-on-1 talks issues that helped determine election win
The governor did get a big boost from the U.S. Supreme Court which tossed out the Roe v. Wade abortion decision.
The governor did get a big boost from the U.S. Supreme Court which tossed out the Roe v. Wade abortion decision.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer backs fee for electric vehicles to fund road repairs
While Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she isn't ready to back a mileage fee for electric vehicles, she said she supports a fee for EVs.
While Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she isn't ready to back a mileage fee for electric vehicles, she said she supports a fee for EVs.
Will Gov. Gretchen Whitmer run for president?
While Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has said she doesn't plan to run for president in 2024, she hasn't taken future years off the table.
While Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has said she doesn't plan to run for president in 2024, she hasn't taken future years off the table.
Whitmer talks next 4 years including roads, possible tax cuts, and more presidential rumors
"I would anticipate having some action that will put more money in people's pockets," she said. "Whether that's repealing the retirement tax or the working family tax credit. These are things that I think we can take quick action on."
"I would anticipate having some action that will put more money in people's pockets," she said. "Whether that's repealing the retirement tax or the working family tax credit. These are things that I think we can take quick action on."
National media: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is possible 'presidential material'
The picture appeared in an article from the Huffington Post outlining all the possible Democratic presidential contenders including this quote: "How about taking another run at electing the first women to be president - meet Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer."
The picture appeared in an article from the Huffington Post outlining all the possible Democratic presidential contenders including this quote: "How about taking another run at electing the first women to be president - meet Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer."
Attorney: Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot leader should not get life sentence
The attorney said that prosecutors’ sentencing “memorandum employs exaggerated language to create the false narrative of a terrifying para-military leader.”
The attorney said that prosecutors’ sentencing “memorandum employs exaggerated language to create the false narrative of a terrifying para-military leader.”
Judge denies new trial in Whitmer kidnapping case
Jonker in a written ruling Friday shot down claims of juror misconduct and said he found “no constitutional violation and no credible evidence” to convene a new hearing.
Jonker in a written ruling Friday shot down claims of juror misconduct and said he found “no constitutional violation and no credible evidence” to convene a new hearing.
Governors Whitmer, DeWine wager hometown pizza and pop ahead of massive UM-OSU game
Nothing helps soothe the tears of a Buckeye loss like Vernor's ginger ale. Here's the wager between Michigan and Ohio governors ahead of "The Game"
Nothing helps soothe the tears of a Buckeye loss like Vernor's ginger ale. Here's the wager between Michigan and Ohio governors ahead of "The Game"