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Trump and Whitmer Discuss Michigan Priorities in Rare Oval Office Meeting

President Trump praises Governor Whitmer during an unscheduled White House event, highlighting bipartisan cooperation on state-specific economic and security issues.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer stands next to Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall, as U.S. President Donald Trump (not pictured) signs executive orders and proclamations, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, on April 9, 2025.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer looks on as President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House on April 09, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer looks on as President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on April 9, 2025.

Overview

  • During an Oval Office event on April 9, 2025, President Trump commended Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, calling her a 'very good person' and praising her work for the state.
  • The meeting focused on key Michigan concerns, including efforts to keep the Selfridge Air National Guard BaseAmerican shipbuilding with potential benefits for the state.
  • Governor Whitmer, while critical of Trump’s tariff policies earlier in the day, reaffirmed her commitment to collaborating on initiatives that benefit Michigan residents.
  • Trump signed multiple executive orders during the event, including measures revoking security clearances for former officials and rolling back water conservation standards for showerheads.
  • Whitmer’s presence at the event, which her spokesperson said was unexpected, underscores a pragmatic approach to bipartisan collaboration despite ongoing policy disagreements.