Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has a ‘great deal’ of concern about a prolonged auto strike but is optimistic Ford will eventually finish a planned EV battery plant suspended amid UAW negotiations.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
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Gov. Whitmer’s SOAR incentive fund, once a triumph, now faces headwinds
There is growing concern among Democrats and Republicans about what they view as one-sided corporate giveaways in the rush to attract EV investment to Michigan. Lawmakers from both sides say they are now pushing for change.
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Jury acquits three men accused in Whitmer kidnapping plot
The Friday verdict marks the last trial connected with a plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 over her pandemic policies. The governor’s office called the verdict ‘disappointing.’
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Michigan Gov. Whitmer taps former lottery commissioner to lead DNR
Scott Bowen is the longest-serving commissioner for the state lottery and has a long career in government. Re-elected in November, Whitmer has made several personnel changes this year.
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Whitmer pushes clean energy, paid leave in Michigan; offers few specifics
The Democratic governor offers a broad wish list for the fall Legislature. She says she’s leaving many details blank to prompt negotiations. Republicans predict the plans will raise taxes.
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Whitmer expands emergency aid to 3 more Michigan counties with storm damage
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared states of emergency in Eaton, Ingham and Livingston counties in the wake of last week’s storms. South Lyon is also eligible for aid.
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Dana Nessel: Too soon to rule on new Whitmer education agency
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said it’s too soon to issue an opinion on the constitutionality of a new education agency created by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer by executive order last month.
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Gov. Whitmer to seek repeal of 'antiquated' abortion restrictions in Michigan
The governor on Wednesday will call to eliminate ‘antiquated’ limits. Activists are targeting 24-hour waiting period, parental consent, special regulations on abortion clinics.
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Dana Nessel loses FOIA case, ordered to release Whitmer kidnapping records
Documents related to the kidnapping plot were presented in open court, but the AG’s office refused to release them to the public. A judge said Nessel had no basis to do so, and is now weighing imposing attorney’s fees on the state for its refusal.
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Michigan education board seeks ruling on new Whitmer education agency
The state’s elected board of education wants to know if a new department created by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer violates its constitutional power to oversee all public education.