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Nov 28 2023
News
Whitmer signs landmark energy law
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) signed a landmark energy law in Detroit on Tuesday that sets an ambitious goal for Michigan to generate 100% of its energy from renewable resources by 2040. Whitmer declared herself “a climate optimist” as she signed the 11-bill package at Detroit’s Eastern Market. “Pessimism is pointless,” she said. “Let’s believe. Let’s fight for future generations. Let’s get it
NPR Michigan RadioJun 02 2020
News
As riots rage, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer rescinds her lockdown order, readies state to reopen
Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday that she has lifted the state's stay-at-home order allowing many retailers to reopen Thursday and bars and restaurants to reopen to 50% capacity on June 8.
The move, which also eases limits on the number of people permitted to gather outside, comes as protests over George Floyd's death and riots continue to rock cities across
The BlazeFeb 07 2024
News
Whitmer introduces $80.7B budget slammed by GOP lawmakers: 'public relations talking points'
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday presented a $80.7 billion budget Wednesday that aims to boost education spending and deliver on her promise to provide students free education from preschool through community college. The second-term Democratic governor unveiled her budget proposal in a joint session between the House and Senate appropriations committees. It follows a State of the
Fox News (Online News)Aug 07 2022
News
Trump baselessly claims that Jan. 6 instigators and Gretchen Whitmer kidnap plot were 'fake' in CPAC speech, video shows
Donald Trump said Capitol riot instigators and the plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer were "fake" in a speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Dallas, Texas, on Saturday.
The former president made the comments after talking about the January 6 Congressional hearings, which he called a "one-sided witch hunt."
"As another example, the sting they did
Business InsiderFeb 09 2024
News
Gov. Whitmer Outlines Her ‘People First’ Budget Strategy with Families at Detroit Parent Network
In Michigan, and indeed across Detroit, access to preschool stands as a critical pillar in the early stages of a child’s educational journey. Yet, for many families, especially those within our Black and brown communities, the cost of pre-K education poses a significant financial challenge. Recognizing this barrier, Governor Gretchen Whitmer has taken a deliberate and commendable step by
Michigan ChronicleJul 25 2022
Opinion
In Show Of Pro-Abortion Brutality, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Just Slashed Care For Pregnant Women From Michigan’s Budget
Last week, Michigan’s Democrat Gov. Gretchen Whitmer vetoed funding for maternity homes, adoption tax credits, and other budget items that assist pregnant women. While post-Dobbs, Whitmer and her fellow Democrats seek to conceal the party’s pro-abortion agenda by pushing state courts to institute the extreme abortion regime they demand, in striking from the budget any spending that has a
The FederalistFeb 08 2024
News
Whitmer says her budget plan builds on work to close racial health gaps ⋆ Michigan Advance
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday outlined elements of her state budget proposal with Detroit parents. “This budget is focused on producing outcomes for children and for families throughout Michigan,” Whitmer said during the gathering. The community and press event was hosted by Detroit Parent Network, an education-centered nonprofit. Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison attended the gathering
Michigan AdvanceNov 22 2023
News
Whitmer signs bills expanding access to abortion
LANSING, Mich. (WJRT) - Michigan's Reproductive Health Act is now law after being signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday. The new law expands abortion access in the state by making it easier for abortion facilities to open. Also, those seeking an abortion will no longer need a special rider on their insurance. "We've been fighting to protect abortion in Michigan for years," Whitmer said. "
ABC 12Jan 05 2024
News
Gov. Whitmer wagers beer with Washington governor on Michigan's championship game
Lansing — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Washington Gov. Jay Inslee have made a friendly wager ahead of Monday night's national championship football game between the University of Michigan and the University of Washington. If Washington wins, Whitmer will give Inslee, a fellow Democrat, a pack of Haze and Blue IPA from Big Lake Brewing in Holland, according to a press release Friday. If
Detroit NewsJan 24 2024
News
Gov. Whitmer delivers glowing State of the State report during 6th annual address
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered a glowing report for Michigan on Wednesday. From creating tax breaks for seniors to clean energy projects on the horizon, Whitmer said, the state is thriving. "We have had a heck of a record and we are starting 2024 fired up," Whitmer said. "My fellow Michiganders, the state of our state is ready to rock!" Delivering her State of the State address before a joint
Eastern Echo