News & Fun in Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer warns that new Trump tariffs could raise prices on groceries, home heating, and cars while threatening Michigan’s auto industry and jobs. Trump Tariffs Could Raise Prices on Everyday Essentials in Michigan LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued …
Sen. Jim Runestad has urged Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to raise Michigan flags to full-staff on Jan. 20 for Trump’s inauguration, conflicting with a nationwide tribute to the late Jimmy Carter. This request highlights deep political divides and has sparked mixed reactions amid ongoing debates about respect and partisanship.
Michigan’s Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a law expanding unemployment benefits for the first time in over 20 years, increasing weekly payments and extending benefit duration. This move reverses previous cuts, addressing economic hardships and advocating for worker rights amid partisan tensions and rising living costs in the state.
