Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Will Not Run for President in 2028
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced she will not run for president in the 2028 election, despite being considered a leading Democratic contender.
- Whitmer gained national prominence during her two terms in Michigan, a key swing state where she enjoys high approval ratings.
- She was a vocal critic of President Trump during his first term, delivering the Democratic response to his 2020 State of the Union address and opposing his pandemic response.
- Since Trump’s return to office, Whitmer has adopted a more collaborative approach, engaging with the administration while continuing to critique policies in a less personal manner.
- Whitmer believes her more conciliatory strategy has benefited Michigan, though it has faced some criticism from fellow Democrats.