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Whitmer Ponders 2028 Run Amid Political Turmoil

10/3/2025

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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she is uncertain about running for president in 2028 in Toronto.
She will focus on governing Michigan and contribute to future politics, not as the main candidate.
She cited a church shooting and tariffs harming auto manufacturing and consumers.
She criticized Trump's claims tying violence to left-leaning politics and cited her political violence experiences.

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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she is uncertain about running for president in 2028 in Toronto.
She will focus on governing Michigan and contribute to future politics, not as the main candidate.
She cited a church shooting and tariffs harming auto manufacturing and consumers.
She criticized Trump's claims tying violence to left-leaning politics and cited her political violence experiences.