Before becoming governor, Whitmer spent 14 years in the Michigan Legislature serving in the minority. "That means this is my 21st State of the State — my God!" Whitmer said. Her voice sounded ...

But as lieutenant governor, he's worked alongside the more-centrist Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. At 42, he's the youngest candidate in the race, but he's championed serious policy initiatives ...

Democrat Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan said she was "grateful" to speak with President Donald Trump on Thursday for a "productive meeting" that included discussions about jobs and tariffs.

Whitmer called the meeting “productive.” New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, also a Democrat, was at the White House on Friday, too.

When asked for comment, a spokesperson for Whitmer's office directed Newsweek to the governor's statement. This is Whitmer and Trump's second meeting in under a month. The pair last met in late ...

While in D.C., Whitmer also participated in an event with other swing state governors as part of the House Democratic Caucus retreat, according to a source with knowledge of the panel who was not ...

As many Democrat wannabe influencers throw tantrums to appease their activist base, a few blue state governors have tried to position themselves as competent managers who’ve suddenly moderated ...

After serving as the No. 2 to Gretchen Whitmer, the popular but term-limited governor, Gilchrist is banking ... It was part of the so-called Blue Wall states that Kamala Harris was relying on ...

If elected, Gilchrist would be the first Black governor in the state. Gilchrist highlighted his career and accomplishments with Whitmer, including the Clean Slate program for the criminal justice ...

Former Rep. Katie Porter (D-Calif.) announced her bid for California governor Tuesday, joining a growing field of Democratic contenders in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom (D). In an ...

Gretchen Whitmer's running mate in both 2018 and 2022. If he's successful in the Democratic primary and general election in 2026, he will become the first Black governor of Michigan and the first ...