Grant Schwab
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Gretchen Whitmer again visiting the DC area, fourth consecutive month doing so with Trump in office
Michigan gov emphasized at U.S. Commerce Dept. foreign investment event that state wants to be a “hands on partner” to businesses and entrepreneurs.
Michigan gov emphasized at U.S. Commerce Dept. foreign investment event that state wants to be a “hands on partner” to businesses and entrepreneurs.
May 12, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Gretchen Whitmer again visiting the DC area, fourth consecutive month doing so with Trump in office
Michigan gov emphasized at U.S. Commerce Dept. foreign investment event that state wants to be a “hands on partner” to businesses and entrepreneurs.
Michigan gov emphasized at U.S. Commerce Dept. foreign investment event that state wants to be a “hands on partner” to businesses and entrepreneurs.
THIS AM: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gave speech a block away from the White House ahead of meeting with President Trump.
Discussed tariffs, manufacturing and bipartisanship. Called for tariff "carve out" on autos and energy.
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Discussed tariffs, manufacturing and bipartisanship. Called for tariff "carve out" on autos and energy.
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April 9, 2025 at 1:37 PM
THIS AM: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gave speech a block away from the White House ahead of meeting with President Trump.
Discussed tariffs, manufacturing and bipartisanship. Called for tariff "carve out" on autos and energy.
www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...
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Discussed tariffs, manufacturing and bipartisanship. Called for tariff "carve out" on autos and energy.
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NEWS: Two-term Republican U.S. Rep. John James announces that he is entering Michigan's open race for governor.
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April 7, 2025 at 8:59 PM
NEWS: Two-term Republican U.S. Rep. John James announces that he is entering Michigan's open race for governor.
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At “Liberation Day” tariff event, Trump shouts out auto workers in attendance. Touts his win in Michigan and invites supporter Brian Pannebecker to podium.
“We support Donald Trump’s policy on tariffs 100%,” the retired auto worker said.
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“We support Donald Trump’s policy on tariffs 100%,” the retired auto worker said.
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April 2, 2025 at 8:57 PM
At “Liberation Day” tariff event, Trump shouts out auto workers in attendance. Touts his win in Michigan and invites supporter Brian Pannebecker to podium.
“We support Donald Trump’s policy on tariffs 100%,” the retired auto worker said.
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“We support Donald Trump’s policy on tariffs 100%,” the retired auto worker said.
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Look out for big impacts in manufacturing hubs or oil states, like Michigan, Kentucky and Louisiana.
April 1, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Look out for big impacts in manufacturing hubs or oil states, like Michigan, Kentucky and Louisiana.
NEW: Top auto industry lobbying group breaks silence on Trump's 25% tariff on vehicles and parts.
Says tariffs will increase consumer costs and reduce sales, "all before any new manufacturing or jobs are created in this country.”
Says tariffs will increase consumer costs and reduce sales, "all before any new manufacturing or jobs are created in this country.”
March 28, 2025 at 7:33 PM
NEW: Top auto industry lobbying group breaks silence on Trump's 25% tariff on vehicles and parts.
Says tariffs will increase consumer costs and reduce sales, "all before any new manufacturing or jobs are created in this country.”
Says tariffs will increase consumer costs and reduce sales, "all before any new manufacturing or jobs are created in this country.”
Auto stocks (a few shown below) immediately tumbled after Trump's tariff comments this afternoon
GM and Stellantis losses of 4% within an hour before some end-of-day recovery
GM and Stellantis losses of 4% within an hour before some end-of-day recovery
March 3, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Auto stocks (a few shown below) immediately tumbled after Trump's tariff comments this afternoon
GM and Stellantis losses of 4% within an hour before some end-of-day recovery
GM and Stellantis losses of 4% within an hour before some end-of-day recovery
Mothers Against Drunk Driving honoring former U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole with a lifetime achievement award for her work on the drinking age and vehicle safety.
Part of a MADD vigil on the National Mall to remember victims and urge action.
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Part of a MADD vigil on the National Mall to remember victims and urge action.
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November 19, 2024 at 10:33 PM
Mothers Against Drunk Driving honoring former U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole with a lifetime achievement award for her work on the drinking age and vehicle safety.
Part of a MADD vigil on the National Mall to remember victims and urge action.
Story to come from @detroitnews.bsky.social
Part of a MADD vigil on the National Mall to remember victims and urge action.
Story to come from @detroitnews.bsky.social