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Whitmer Embraces Bipartisanship with Trump Amid Political Risks

Governor Gretchen Whitmer shares a public embrace with Trump while announcing new jets at a Guard base, risking Democratic backlash over political closeness.

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  1. Trump Hugs Gretchen Whitmer

    It’s hard to argue with the governor’s logic there.

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  2. Whitmer dismisses risk of backlash from Democrats for greeting Trump in Michigan

    The embrace between Trump and Whitmer was notable at a time when Americans are increasingly saying Trump’s priorities are off and Democrats are agitating for their leaders to take a more confrontational approach to the president.

    Whitmer dismisses risk of backlash from Democrats for greeting Trump in Michigan

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  3. 'A hug?!?' Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's optics with Trump could cost her in 2028

    Just an attention-seeking social media landscape where Democratic voters are expressing anger at their own party for failing to effectively block much of Trump 2.0's blitzing use of executive authority, Whitmer is risking what could be a critical misstep in a future primary.

    'A hug?!?' Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's optics with Trump could cost her in 2028

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  4. Michigan's governor gambles on Trump - and her 2028 chances

    Whitmer, however, has made the calculation that it's better for her – and her state – if she finds a way to work with this president.

    Michigan's governor gambles on Trump - and her 2028 chances

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  5. Trump warns ‘nothing will stop me’ at rally to celebrate 100 days in office

    Yet despite the ostensible celebration of his election win and hugely consequential first 100 days, Trump spent much of the rally in campaign mode, fixated on past grudges and grievances.

    Trump warns ‘nothing will stop me’ at rally to celebrate 100 days in office

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  6. Trump tells Michigan rally: 'You haven't even seen anything yet'

    At the same time, Trump’s first 100 days have been undermined by the president’s attempts to upend the country’s relationships with its trade partners and security allies, most notably with Ukraine, as well as the federal government through Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.

    Trump tells Michigan rally: 'You haven't even seen anything yet'

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  7. Trump locks in future of Michigan air base with new fighter jet announcement

    Trump’s announcement handed Whitmer a victory — though it remains to be seen what political price she may have paid to secure it.

    Trump locks in future of Michigan air base with new fighter jet announcement

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Updated: Apr 30th, 2025, 3:27 PM ET

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In a politically charged atmosphere, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer publicly embraced President Trump during his visit to announce 21 F-15EX jets for Selfridge Air National Guard Base. The embrace, occurring less than a month after Whitmer's contentious Oval Office meeting with Trump, signifies her overtures toward bipartisanship, despite criticisms from within her party. While Whitmer claimed her collaboration with Trump is aimed at benefiting Michigan's economy, some progressive Democrats are concerned about her approach. Trump praised Whitmer's efforts, highlighting cooperation on securing the military base’s future, raising questions about impact on her potential 2028 presidential ambitions.


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  • Trump's announcement of the F-15EX jets is a strategic win for Michigan and shows bipartisan cooperation, particularly between Trump and Whitmer.

  • The securing of the new fighter mission is vital for Selfridge Air National Guard Base, ensuring it remains crucial for both the economy and national defense.

  • Governor Whitmer's collaboration with Trump highlights her aiming for a pragmatic approach while navigating the political landscape as a potential presidential candidate.


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