Governor on Investment Mission

Governor on Investment Mission

Governor Gretchen Whitmer is participating in an investment mission to Singapore and Japan, marking the first-ever official investment mission by a Michigan governor to Singapore. The trip is being led by Governor Whitmer and the Michigan Economic Development...
Executive Office Staff Announcements

Executive Office Staff Announcements

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a number of promotions and hires within the Executive Office of the Governor (EOG). Notably, Michelle Richard is returning to the EOG as a senior literacy advisor, working to boost literacy rates in Michigan. She currently serves as...
Lawsuit Filed Over Open Senate Seat

Lawsuit Filed Over Open Senate Seat

A lawsuit was filed against Governor Gretchen Whitmer because she hasn’t called for a special election in the 35th Michigan Senate District. The seat was left open after former Democratic Michigan Senator and now U.S. Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet resigned in...
Governor Asks for Impact of Tariffs

Governor Asks for Impact of Tariffs

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive asking state offices to investigate, calculate, and report the latest impact of tariffs on Michigan’s economy. It was issued one day before the August 1 tariff deadline set by President Trump. Executive Directive...