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Whitmer Centers Health, Energy, Economy and Democracy in ‘What’s Next’ Address

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday outlined her policy priorities for the rest of the year, highlighting public health, clean energy, economic health and democracy in her “What’s Next” address prior to the Legislature returning from summer break.

Whitmer and Gilchrist Celebrate Increased Funding for Soo Locks Project

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist joined the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Sault Ste. Marie on Monday to congratulate them on receiving additional funding for a new Soo Lock.

Whitmer Visits With National Guard Troops, Latvian President During Trip Abroad

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer met with the Latvian president and other Ukrainian allies this week during her visit to Russian neighbor Latvia, her office announced Friday.

Whitmer Calls U.S. Senate Passage of Chips Shortage Measure a Win for Michigan

After the U.S. Senate on Wednesday passed legislation tackling the semiconductor chips shortage, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer shared her support and called the bipartisan decision “a win for Michigan’s workers, manufacturers, and consumers.”

Suspect Murders Retired Judge, Gov. Whitmer’s Name on Hit List

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, among others, was named on the hit list of prominent government figures written by a suspect charged with the murder of retired Wisconsin judge John Roehmer, 68.

Flush With Newfound Surplus, Gov. Whitmer Proposes $500 Rebate Checks for Working Families

In an effort to offset rising inflation, Gov. Whitmer proposed earlier this month that the state use its surplus tax revenues to send working families $500 rebate checks.