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Michigan Gov. Whitmer extends modified stay-at-home order into May, as lawmakers intervene

April 25, 2020

Michigan Gov. Whitmer extends modified stay-at-home order into May, as lawmakers intervene

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Friday extended the state’s stay-at-home order to May 15, while making some revisions to the policy -- even as the state’s legislature has scheduled a special session to launch a committee to review her actions in response to the coronavirus crisis.

Gowdy warns governors 'there has to be a rational basis' for coronavirus restrictions

April 25, 2020

Gowdy warns governors 'there has to be a rational basis' for coronavirus restrictions

The nation's governors must be aware that Americans will tolerate only so much infringement on their personal freedoms, even in a time of national emergency, before they express outrage, former House Oversight Committee Chairman Trey Gowdy, R-S.C., said Friday night.

Charlie Hurt: Michigan governor's actions raise questions about her political motives

April 24, 2020

Charlie Hurt: Michigan governor's actions raise questions about her political motives

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's actions surrounding coronavirus "stay-at-home" measures are raising questions about her political motives, Fox News contributor Charlie Hurt said Friday.

Michigan Gov. Whitmer faces protest outside her home as lawmakers mull curbing her powers

April 24, 2020

Michigan Gov. Whitmer faces protest outside her home as lawmakers mull curbing her powers

Protesters gathered outside the home of Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday -- the same day reports emerged that she plans to extend the state’s coronavirus stay-at-home order by two weeks until May 15.

Whitmer backtracks after COVID-19 contract awarded to Dem consultant who said Trump should 'get coronavirus ASAP'

April 23, 2020

Whitmer backtracks after COVID-19 contract awarded to Dem consultant who said Trump should 'get coronavirus ASAP'

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's administration acknowledged Tuesday that normal protocols were bypassed when a no-bid contract for coronavirus contact tracing was awarded by the state to Great Lakes Community Engagement, which is operated well-known Democratic consultant Michael Kolehouse -- who has previously written that President Trump should "get Coronavirus ASAP" and that someone should "do the country a favor and cough on that man," Facebook posts reviewed by Fox News show.

Fox News Poll: Biden tops Trump in Michigan, where Gov. Whitmer is more popular than president

April 22, 2020

Fox News Poll: Biden tops Trump in Michigan, where Gov. Whitmer is more popular than president

Majorities of Michigan voters are concerned about coronavirus, think President Trump was too slow reacting to it, and favor waiting to reopen the economy.

Karl Rove: Biden making VP pick public because he's 'desperate' to break through

April 22, 2020

Karl Rove: Biden making VP pick public because he's 'desperate' to break through

Presidential candidate Joe Biden is "desperately trying to find a way to be a part of the dialogue," Rove said.

Biden opens up on typically private running mate search

April 22, 2020

Biden opens up on typically private running mate search

A presidential nominee’s search for a running mate has traditionally been shrouded in secrecy. But as Joe Biden begins his official hunt for a vice presidential nominee, he’s being vocal about the selection process.

Tucker Carlson: Here's why Whitmer wants Michigan residents quiet and subservient during coronavirus crisis

April 22, 2020

Tucker Carlson: Here's why Whitmer wants Michigan residents quiet and subservient during coronavirus crisis

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants to merge the state government of Michigan with the state Democratic Party.

Judge Jeanine rips Michigan gov Whitmer as 'leftist political operative' 'auditioning' for Biden VP spot

April 21, 2020

Judge Jeanine rips Michigan gov Whitmer as 'leftist political operative' 'auditioning' for Biden VP spot

Judge Jeanine Pirro slammed Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on "Tucker Carlson Tonight" Tuesday after her administration canceled a contract to track the spread of coronavirus in the state that had been awarded to a left-wing political firm.