Whitmer says she is not running for president in 2028, but leaves door open
Published on May 29, 2026, 3:53:29 PM
Total time: 00:04:08
Published on May 29, 2026, 3:53:29 PM
Total time: 00:04:08
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer turned heads this week when she said she will not run for president in 2028.
Speaking with Fox 2's Roop Raj at the Detroit Regional Chamber's Mackinac Policy Conference, Whitmer said she plans to take time off after her tenure as governor ends.
"I'm looking forward to taking a break...there is time until 2028. There will be a robust group running for president. I will not be one of them."
Later in the day, during a conversation with Tricia A. Keith, president and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Whitmer clarified her remarks.
"I never knew I would run for governor. I should know better. Never say never."
Whitmer said she does not want to be distracted by speculation about future political plans and remains focused on governing through the end of her term in November.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation on Mackinac Island earmarking $152 million in state funding for improvements at Selfridge Air National Guard Base.
The funding is intended to prepare the base for new F-15EX fighter aircraft announced by President Donald Trump in 2025.
Whitmer said the investment was made possible through bipartisan cooperation.
"We secured the KC-46 tanker mission thanks to President Biden...last year we secured the F-15EX fighter mission thanks to President Trump. Together these missions will lock in Selfridge's future."
The governor said the base supports 5,000 families through jobs and emphasized the economic impact of the investment.
Tigers open series against White Sox
The Detroit Tigers begin a three-game series against the Chicago White Sox this weekend.
The Tigers remain near the bottom of the American League Central standings and are looking to gain ground with a strong showing in Chicago.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET Friday at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Detroit City FC faces Charleston Battery
Detroit City FC travels to South Carolina this weekend for a USL Championship Eastern Conference matchup against the Charleston Battery.
The clubs last met March 28, when Detroit earned a 1-0 victory at Keyworth Stadium behind a strong defensive performance.
Saturday's match will be played at Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
Detroit to host transportation technology conference
Detroit will host transportation leaders from across the country during the Intelligent Transportation Society of America Conference and Expo, taking place June 9-12 at Huntington Place.
Organizers expect more than 3,000 public- and private-sector transportation professionals and 170 exhibitors to attend the annual event.
The conference will feature more than 100 sessions focused on real-world deployment of intelligent transportation systems, including artificial intelligence, automated vehicles and connected mobility solutions.
More information is available at ITSAmericaEvents.com.
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