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Gretchen Whitmer

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Gretchen Esther Whitmer is an American politician serving as the 49th governor of Michigan since January 1, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the Michigan State Senate from 2006 to 2015 and in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2001 to 2006. Whitmer has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure during her tenure as governor, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan cooperation in addressing the needs of Michiganders.

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Jun 29, 2026

If the National Guard has defined the America 250 Mission to extend beyond direct support for events celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary, please let me know so we can ensure the Michigan National Guard's efforts are carefully…

npr.org
Jun 23, 2026

I always will continue to be a strong supporter of women’s rights and freedoms, but that’s never going to stop me from caring about and fighting for men, too.

michiganadvance.com
Jun 18, 2026

Michiganders have spoken loud and clear: they support these protections and they expect their leaders to act.

michiganadvance.com
Jun 18, 2026

It is extremely important that we have a strong framework in place to put Michigan in the lead on data centers and keep us competitive for transformational projects that grow our economy and create thousands of good-paying jobs.

michiganadvance.com
Jun 18, 2026

The proposed ICE detention center in Romulus was widely opposed by the local communities.

michiganadvance.com
Jun 4, 2026

We put together a heck of a record in 2023 and we are starting 2024 ready to rock.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

This year let’s keep our foot on the accelerator by continuing to focus on the issues that make a real difference in people’s lives.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

To improve education, let’s deliver a budget that expands free pre-K for all and makes community college tuition-free for every high school graduate.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

Let’s build more housing to expand supply and lower costs, and save family caregivers thousands on their taxes.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

Finally, let’s keep bringing supply chains and jobs back home to Michigan by shoring up our economic development toolkit so anyone can ‘make it’ in Michigan.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

I look forward to sharing my vision with my Republican and Democratic partners in the legislature. Let’s roll up our sleeves and keep getting things done.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

By working across the aisle, we have cut taxes by a $1 billion for seniors and working families, fed every student free school meals, build a ton of housing, and fixed a lot of roads.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

We still face big challenges, but I know that if we all play on the same team—Team Michigan—we can win.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

Together, we can build a brighter future and help every Michigander have a classic Michigan story.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

Michigan is a state on the move as we continue working together to create good-paying jobs, fix our roads, and invest in our students and schools.

michigan.gov
Jun 4, 2026

I look forward to delivering my 2025 State of the State Address where I will lay out my plan to build on our years of strong, bipartisan progress and strategic, fiscally responsible leadership.

michigan.gov
May 30, 2026

At this juncture, I’ve got nothing to announce.

huffpost.com
May 30, 2026

I guess I’ll smile and say, ‘I’m going to stay focused’ and leave it at that for now.

huffpost.com
May 29, 2026

I think there will be a robust group of people running for president. I will not be one of them in 2028.

abcnews.com
May 29, 2026

I will not be one of them in 2028. I can tell you that.

foxnews.com
May 29, 2026

There will be a robust group of people running for president.

foxnews.com
May 29, 2026

I never thought I would run for governor, so I guess I should know better.

foxnews.com
May 28, 2026

We’re producing more clean, reliable energy from wind, solar, nuclear, and hydrogen, to protect our planet and power everyone’s homes.

nga.org
Oct 20, 2025

In Michigan, when people need help, we don’t ask who did you vote for before we decide we’re going to help you. We just roll up our sleeves and get to work.

nbcnews.com
Sep 28, 2025

My heart is breaking for the Grand Blanc community. Violence anywhere, especially in a place of worship, is unacceptable.

cbsnews.com

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