Gretchen Whitmer, Michigan

Gov. Whitmer wants $3B for Michigan roads: Here's where it would come from
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has called on lawmakers to return to the negotiating table to craft a road funding solution. She unveiled her own plan Monday.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer announces new funding plan for road improvements
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a new plan to funnel more money into fixing the state's aging infrastructure.
THE ROAD AHEAD | Gov. Whitmer unveils $3 billion road funding plan, but will GOP lawmakers approve?
It comes weeks after Republicans, who control the state House, unveiled an updated $3.1 billion funding plan. Whether the two sides can find one deal will be key.
Whitmer’s $3B Michigan road plan: Higher corporate tax, new marijuana tax
Whitmer unveiled the plan Monday, Feb. 10. It would generate long-term road funding by increasing the corporate income tax, taxing wholesale marijuana sales, cutting unspecified programs and shifting all taxes at the pump to road funding.
Whitmer's $3B plan to fix Michigan roads calls for more corporate, marijuana taxes
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants the Legislature to work with her on a plan to increase road fixes by $3 billion a year. Her plan seeks $1.7 billion in new corporate taxes and $470 million from a marijuana wholesale tax.
Whitmer wants higher taxes on 'big tech,' marijuana to fix Michigan roads; details sparse
Many key details of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's new road-funding strategy weren't immediately provided by the governor's office.
Whitmer proposes new marijuana tax, redirects funding to pay for road repairs
The governor’s plan would generate $3 billion for local roads by redirecting $500 million in existing funds as well as adding or raising taxes and fees.
Whitmer rolls out $3B road funding plan, eyeing more cash from marijuana, companies
Gretchen Whitmer on Monday released her plan to devote $3 billion for Michigan’s roads. (Feb. 10, 2025) The president lashed out at the pop star on his social media website. The NFL said the person was part of the 400-member field cast and had hidden the flag on himself before the halftime show began Sunday night.
Whitmer's budget plan leaves unanswered questions on Michigan roads, economic development
Gov. Whitmer has called the conclusion of road funding and economic development initiatives "big obstacles." They loom over budget negotiations.
Gov. Whitmer introduces $3 billion road funding plan
Hollywood legend Kevin Costner ruminates on President Teddy Roosevelt in the new Fox Nation limited series 'Yellowstone to Yosemite.' Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a new plan to funnel more money into fixing Michigan's aging infrastructure.
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Whitmer proposes $1.7 billion tax on corporations to fund road projects
Governor Gretchen Whitmer released a new plan to increase funding for road construction in Michigan, centered around a new ...
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Responds to Rumors About Senate Run: Reports
Gary Peters' exit creates a highly contested U.S. Senate battleground seat expected to be coveted by both major political ...
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MichMash: Breaking down Governor Whitmer’s $83.5 billion budget proposal
This week on "MichMash," Cheyna Roth and Alethia Kasben discuss Gov. Whitmer's proposed budget, including a new tax on vapes ...
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Whitmer’s Budget Push: Education, Jobs, and Infrastructure at the Center of Michigan’s Future
Governor Gretchen Whitmer stood before Michigan lawmakers to present her seventh annual budget, a proposal that carries an $83.5 billion price tag, a 1.2% increase over current spending levels. The ...
Who is Chris Swanson? Sheriff Wants to Succeed Gretchen Whitmer in Michigan
Michigan is a battleground state and the sheriff faces stiff competition in what is likely to be one of the most competitive ...
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Gretchen Whitmer visits GRCC to promote 4-year anniversary of the Michigan Reconnect Program
By Mackenzie Davis On Wednesday, Feb 5. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer made an appearance at Grand Rapids Community College to promote the Michigan Reconnect Program on its fourth anniversary.  Starting in the ...
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer's 2026 $83.5 billion state budget priorities emphasize building families up
Governor Gretchen Whitmer proposes an 83.5 billion dollar budget for 2026 to help the people of Michigan, including children.
Whitmer: Alabama execution of Michigan man is out of my hands
A man convicted of murdering a woman is set to be executed Thursday in Alabama in what would be the nation’s fourth execution ...