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Michigan Gov. Whitmer says time for 'only thoughts and prayers' is over, vows to take action on gun violence

February 15, 2023

Michigan Gov. Whitmer says time for 'only thoughts and prayers' is over, vows to take action on gun violence

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says the time for “only thoughts and prayers is over” as she renews calls for stronger gun laws.

Michigan Gov. Whitmer claims mass shootings are 'uniquely American problem'

February 14, 2023

Michigan Gov. Whitmer claims mass shootings are 'uniquely American problem'

Democratic Gov. Getchen Whitmer of Michigan said Tuesday morning that words were no longer sufficient and that action must be taken to stop rampant gun violence like that seen at Michigan State University.

Michigan State shooting: Doctor breaks down in tears describing response

February 14, 2023

Michigan State shooting: Doctor breaks down in tears describing response

E.W. Sparrow Hospital acting president Dr. Denny Martin broke down in tears on Tuesday morning while providing updates on the five victims of the mass shooting at Michigan State University.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer confronted on TikTok use despite national security risk: 'The way we use it is secure'

February 12, 2023

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer confronted on TikTok use despite national security risk: 'The way we use it is secure'

CNN's Jake Tapper pressed Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer about why she is active on TikTok amid national security concerns and wondered if it was appropriate.

Whitmer’s ‘implicit bias’ training pushes Michigan health workers to admit bias, ‘get out of your comfort zone

February 11, 2023

Whitmer’s ‘implicit bias’ training pushes Michigan health workers to admit bias, ‘get out of your comfort zone

An initiative from Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer forced employees of the state’s Department of Veterans Affairs to take a three-hour "unconscious bias" course.

Whitmer pushes Michigan's highest-ever budget

February 8, 2023

Whitmer pushes Michigan's highest-ever budget

Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proposed a $79 billion budget Wednesday — the largest in the state's history — with a focus on school and health spending.

Michigan Gov. Whitmer plans to enact stricter gun laws, repeal abortion restrictions, provide tax relief

January 26, 2023

Michigan Gov. Whitmer plans to enact stricter gun laws, repeal abortion restrictions, provide tax relief

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gave her State of the State address on Wednesday. She plans to enact stricter gun laws, provide immediate tax relief, and repeal abortion laws.

Michigan budget surplus projected to reach nearly $10 billion by year's end

January 16, 2023

Michigan budget surplus projected to reach nearly $10 billion by year's end

Michigan could end the current fiscal year with a surplus of $5.1 billion in its general fund and $4.1 billion in its school aid fund — a potential $9.2 billion in total.

Whitmer, other Michigan Dems outline agenda for new legislative session

January 13, 2023

Whitmer, other Michigan Dems outline agenda for new legislative session

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and other Michigan Democrats outlined their priorities for the state's new legislative session Thursday, with much of the discussion surrounding tax policy.

Michigan Gov. Whitmer headed to Europe, WEF meeting in Davos

January 11, 2023

Michigan Gov. Whitmer headed to Europe, WEF meeting in Davos

Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will travel to Europe to tout the state's economic endeavors, appearing at the World Economic Forum's annual Davos conference.