Whitmer declares energy emergency in Michigan
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer requested a major disaster declaration from President Donald Trump after tornadoes in Branch, Cass and St. Joseph counties killed four people and destroyed homes and businesses.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed an executive order that will help save Michigan drivers money at the gas pump by easing restrictions on fuel blends.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is requesting federal disaster aid for three counties in the aftermath of Michigan's historic tornadoes.
On Thursday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive to help businesses receive refunds on tariffs, with the state working to assess that impact.
The order was signed on the one-year anniversary of Liberation Day, when President Trump implemented wide-ranging tariffs on international trade.
She said the executive directive will show the updated economic impact of Trump’s tariffs and help get refunds back to Michigan businesses.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer asked President Trump for federal aid after deadly tornadoes killed four people in southwest Michigan.
Whitmer made a stop in Detroit to talk about affordable housing in Michigan and her efforts in the legislature to build even more.