Gretchen Whitmer

Yesterday
Statewide tornado drill scheduled on Wednesday The Alpena News, Michigan05:34 14-Mar-26
State education officials gather support for Whitmer's literacy plans Michigan Public00:30 14-Mar-26
In the last 7 days
Gov. Whitmer announces FEMA support for public utilities in northern Michigan Upper Michigan Source20:33 13-Mar-26
'It was Hate. Plain And Simple': Whitmer On MI Synagogue Attack Patch19:59 13-Mar-26
Michigan Gov. Whitmer calls synagogue attack anti-Semitism UPI19:33 13-Mar-26
Statewide tornado drill set for March 18 WNEM16:30 13-Mar-26
Whitmer navigates Trump… again, wins federal aid Michigan Public16:21 13-Mar-26
Michigan synagogue attack was 'hate, plain and simple', says governor BBC15:15 13-Mar-26
‘Heartbreaking’: Whitmer, Michigan electeds denounce attack on Jewish community in West Bloomfield The Gander14:50 13-Mar-26
Temple Israel attack updates: Gov. Whitmer, law enforcement press conference planned for Friday morning FOX 2 Detroit12:21 13-Mar-26
Unplug the classroom — even for college students The Michigan Daily13:48 12-Mar-26
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Meets With Trump, Secures Emergency Assistance For Last Year's Ice Storms Deadline Detroit20:17 11-Mar-26
Whitmer stands by working with Trump Semafor19:23 11-Mar-26
Trump, Whitmer meet at White House WEMU FM10:21 11-Mar-26
Trump promises emergency aid for Northern Michigan, Whitmer says after White House meeting Michigan Public23:49 10-Mar-26
Gretchen Whitmer says she secured ice storm relief pledge from Donald Trump Bridge Magazine22:21 10-Mar-26
Trump announces partnership with Whitmer to save Lake Michigan from Asian Carp WNEM21:11 10-Mar-26
Trump working on invasive carp solution with Great Lakes governors FOX 2 Detroit20:49 10-Mar-26
Trump Working With Michigan Gov to Protect Great Lakes From Asian Carp NewsMax19:29 10-Mar-26
Michigan officials have questions on NWS tornado warning system WEMU FM10:13 10-Mar-26
Michigan officials have questions on National Weather Service tornado warning system Michigan Public00:37 10-Mar-26
Gov. Whitmer declares state of emergency in three Michigan counties after Friday’s tornadoes WNDU TV 16, Indiana04:20 9-Mar-26
Whitmer Wants Probe Into Why No Tornado Warning Was Issued, Wonders if It’s Related to Federal Cuts Deadline Detroit03:59 9-Mar-26
State of emergency officially declared in Southwest Michigan after deadly tornadoes WILX13:55 8-Mar-26
In the last month
At least 4 killed, several injured as reported tornadoes touch down in Southwest Michigan WNEM01:58 7-Mar-26
State Emergency Operations Center activated after reported tornadoes in Southwest Michigan WILX01:26 7-Mar-26
Gov. Whitmer announces new appointments to Nmu Board of Trustees Upper Michigan Source16:12 5-Mar-26
Whitmer pushing for legislature to make free school meals permanent The Alpena News, Michigan08:25 5-Mar-26
Whitmer campaigns to continue free school meals Michigan Public22:58 4-Mar-26
Michigan House rushes $152M for Selfridge expansion backed by Trump Bridge Magazine23:01 3-Mar-26
Whitmer Proposes New Methods For Early Literacy Skills, Housing Reforms To Ensure Ownership Patch22:51 3-Mar-26
March 29, 2026: National Vietnam War Veterans Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:47 3-Mar-26
March 26, 2026: Medical Biller's Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:17 3-Mar-26
March 26, 2026: Science Appreciation Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:17 3-Mar-26
March 16, 2026: TUBB3-Related Disorders Awareness Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:06 3-Mar-26
March 16-22, 2026: Fix a Leak Week Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:06 3-Mar-26
Whitmer Proclaims March 2-6 as School Breakfast Week The Alpena News, Michigan17:00 3-Mar-26
March 15-21, 2026: Severe Weather Awareness Week Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:56 3-Mar-26
March 14, 2026: Black Midwives Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:56 3-Mar-26
March 13, 2026: Spread Goodness Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:56 3-Mar-26
Detroit News: Gov. Whitmer's Office Won't Say Who Paid for Her Olympic Hockey Ticket Deadline Detroit19:59 2-Mar-26
Allies Applaud Whitmer's Literacy Push As GOP House Looms, Progressives Look For Action Patch19:42 2-Mar-26
Whitmer declares March Reading Month in Michigan WILX14:12 2-Mar-26
Gov. Whitmer proclaims March 2026 as March is Reading Month The Alpena News, Michigan06:35 2-Mar-26
Michigan’s Whitmer criticizes tariffs; Republicans cite study showing economic gains Just The News23:24 1-Mar-26
'The Week That Was:' Did Gov. Whitmer Flunk the Loyalty Test With Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist? Deadline Detroit02:35 1-Mar-26
'The Week That Was:' Will Gov. Whitmer Not Endorsing Lt. Gov. Gilchrist Hurt Her Politically? Deadline Detroit18:48 28-Feb-26
Cavitt responds to Whitmer’s State of the State address The Alpena News, Michigan06:34 28-Feb-26
March 2026: Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Awareness Month Michigan State Government (Press Release)22:53 27-Feb-26
March 2026: Neuromyelitis Optica Awareness Month Michigan State Government (Press Release)21:32 27-Feb-26
March 2026: Reading Month Michigan State Government (Press Release)20:58 27-Feb-26
Governor Whitmer is “grateful to the people of Michigan” Michigan Public17:22 27-Feb-26
MI's 2025 High School Graduation Rate Hits Record High Patch17:10 27-Feb-26
MichMash: Gov. Whitmer reflects on her final state of the state WDET16:48 27-Feb-26
Whitmer talks literacy, housing and health care in 2026 State of the State address The Michigan Daily08:27 27-Feb-26
Michigan ranks 44th in literacy: How the state could boost that number FOX 2 Detroit01:51 27-Feb-26
Whitmer shifting focus away from roads, onto housing WILX00:41 27-Feb-26
‘I’m concerned about it:’ Gov. Whitmer spoke about the future of health care in the UP Upper Michigan Source23:35 26-Feb-26
Whitmer says data centers can help Michigan’s economy if they meet high standards WNEM22:12 26-Feb-26
14th District State Senator Sue Shink weighs in on 2026 State of the Union and State of the State WEMU FM22:09 26-Feb-26
Michigan Gov. Whitmer: US-Canada Bridge Set to Open Despite Trump NewsMax22:09 26-Feb-26
In final State of the State, Whitmer calls for literacy, housing fixes The Gander19:07 26-Feb-26
Democrat Gov. Whitmer publicly thanks Trump for Michigan's economic growth The Blaze18:57 26-Feb-26
Gretchen Whitmer wants to boost literacy in Michigan. Here’s what to know Bridge Magazine17:41 26-Feb-26
Suburban legislators react to Gov. Whitmer’s final State of the State Macomb Daily, Michigan17:00 26-Feb-26
Dem governor doubles down on transgender protections after Trump State of the Union Fox News16:18 26-Feb-26
Lawmakers react to Whitmer’s final State of the State address WILX15:51 26-Feb-26
Gretchen Whitmer stresses bipartisan achievements in final State of the State: ‘Big Gretch out’ Washington Examiner14:52 26-Feb-26
Whitmer says new US-Canadian bridge 'will open' after Trump threatened to block Just The News13:51 26-Feb-26
Whitmer’s final State of the State: “Big Gretch out” WEMU FM11:27 26-Feb-26
Whitmer sets focus on literacy, health care, housing in final State of the State address Michigan Public06:37 26-Feb-26
Whitmer cites road repair wins in annual address, calls for bipartisan action on health care, literacy and housing WILX04:40 26-Feb-26
Gretchen Whitmer’s last State of the State: Literacy, legacy and a Trump thank you Bridge Magazine02:41 26-Feb-26
Gov. Whitmer Delivers 2026 State of the State: Building A Michigan for All Michigan State Government (Press Release)02:23 26-Feb-26
Whitmer focuses on education, housing, healthcare in final State of the State address WILX01:27 26-Feb-26
Whitmer’s final State of the State speech to include pitches on medical debt, housing reforms Heartland Signal22:46 25-Feb-26
Watch live at 7 pm: Gretchen Whitmer’s final State of the State address Bridge Magazine22:37 25-Feb-26
Whitmer to deliver final State of the State address tonight Macomb Daily, Michigan21:39 25-Feb-26
Whitmer to give the State of the State address tonight WNEM20:55 25-Feb-26
Proof-of-citizenship ballot and Whitmer’s final budget takes center stage Michigan Public18:45 25-Feb-26
Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Michigan State Government (Press Release)18:36 25-Feb-26
Bay City student’s work chosen for State of the State art contest MLive.com, Michigan16:48 25-Feb-26
Watch & Listen Live: Governor Gretchen Whitmer's final State of the State Address Michigan Public15:31 25-Feb-26
Whitmer orders flags lowered to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. WILX14:45 25-Feb-26
Whitmer set to give her last State of the State address WDET14:23 25-Feb-26
Ann Arbor State Rep. Morgan expects Gov. Whitmer to focus on plans to build on accomplishments in office WEMU FM11:34 25-Feb-26
Whitmer budget chief says bipartisan wins possible WEMU FM11:32 25-Feb-26
Gov. Whitmer announces funding for Small Business Support Hubs The Alpena News, Michigan06:32 25-Feb-26
Hey, Gov. Whitmer: Here’s what Michigan says is real State of the State Bridge Magazine20:32 24-Feb-26
Michigan’s Independent Retailers urge Whitmer to seek repeal of the Bottle Bill The Alpena News, Michigan20:21 24-Feb-26
$11.3 million approved for Michigan small business support hubs WNEM19:30 24-Feb-26
Whitmer announces winners of 2026 State of the State student contests WILX19:05 24-Feb-26
Bay City student wins 2026 State of the State Art Contest WNEM16:17 24-Feb-26
Whitmer’s State of the State will include affordable housing tax credit Michigan Public10:10 24-Feb-26
Fact check: How Gretchen Whitmer delivered — and didn’t — on 2025 promises Michigan Public21:25 23-Feb-26
Whitmer and Michigan Department of Education announce Michigan’s high school graduation rate reaches record high The Alpena News, Michigan06:35 21-Feb-26
Township asks Whitmer to oust treasurer for ‘misconduct and willful neglect of duty’ MLive.com, Michigan18:38 20-Feb-26
Whitmer Lauds SCOTUS Ruling On Trump's Illegal Tariffs Patch17:35 20-Feb-26
Macomb County man sentenced for threats against Whitmer, Dte shareholders WILX17:15 20-Feb-26
Whitmer calls Supreme Court’s decision on tariffs a ‘welcome step forward’ WILX17:04 20-Feb-26
Hall says no to vice taxes, wants over $4 billion in tax cuts instead MLive.com, Michigan15:54 20-Feb-26
$9M redevelopment to transform vacant Detroit building into artisan market, retail hub MLive.com, Michigan18:07 19-Feb-26
Whitmer signs classroom cell phone ban The Michigan Daily17:30 19-Feb-26
Whitmer makes surprise visit to 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, meets Team USA MLive.com, Michigan15:14 19-Feb-26
Fact check: How Gretchen Whitmer delivered — and didn’t — on her promises Bridge Magazine20:37 18-Feb-26
Whitaker to Newsmax: AOC, Whitmer Had No Policy Answers in Munich NewsMax17:11 17-Feb-26
Whitmer's new ed budget puts literacy first Michigan Public02:52 17-Feb-26
Whitmer releases 2027 budget, lawmakers react Upper Michigan Source23:27 16-Feb-26
Rubio shines on global stage while AOC, Whitmer, and Newsom take heat Fox News20:05 16-Feb-26
Whitmer travels to Italy seeking defense investments Saginaw News, Michigan17:40 16-Feb-26
Macomb County man who threatened Gov. Whitmer, DTE shareholders sent to prison Macomb Daily, Michigan18:58 15-Feb-26
Whitmer’s new plan aims to make Michigan the ‘Arsenal of Democracy’ for the 21st century Muskegon Chronicle, Michigan19:42 14-Feb-26
Michigan Man Gets 10-Month Prison Sentence for Death Threats Against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer People18:13 14-Feb-26
Michigan man sent to prison for threatening to kill Gov. Whitmer, Dte officials Bay City Times, Michigan13:51 14-Feb-26
Macomb Man Gets 10 Months for Threatening to Kill Gov. Whitmer and DTE Shareholders Deadline Detroit13:16 14-Feb-26

      
            
      
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Latest news on Gretchen Whitmer, Michigan Governor and potential VP pick for Kamala Harris in 2024 US election. Updates on policies, campaigning, and Whitmer's role as rising Democratic star in key swing state.

Gretchen Whitmer, the 49th Governor of Michigan, has emerged as a prominent figure in Democratic politics. First elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022, Whitmer has led Michigan through contentious political battles and crises including the COVID-19 pandemic. Her strong stance on issues like abortion rights and infrastructure improvement has elevated her national profile.

Recent developments have thrust Whitmer into the spotlight as a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. After President Biden's withdrawal from the race, speculation has intensified about Whitmer's future role. She has pledged to do "everything I can to elect Democrats and stop Donald Trump", highlighting her commitment to key Democratic priorities.

Whitmer's governorship has focused on critical issues like education funding, healthcare access, and economic development. She successfully negotiated Medicaid expansion in Michigan and has been a vocal advocate for reproductive rights. Her handling of crises, including thwarting a right-wing kidnapping plot against her, has earned her admiration from Democrats nationwide.

Throughout her political career, Whitmer has built a reputation as a pragmatic leader capable of working across the aisle. Her success in Michigan, a crucial swing state, makes her an attractive choice for national office. Whitmer's background as a county prosecutor and state legislator provides her with diverse governmental experience.

As the 2024 election cycle intensifies, our NewsNow feed will continue to provide comprehensive coverage of Gretchen Whitmer's political career, policy positions, and potential role on the national stage. Stay informed about this influential swing state governor and her impact on both Michigan and national politics.

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