Gretchen Whitmer: Quick Facts
News •
Why are flags at half-staff today? Michigan honors late representative
• Nov. 5, 2026, 7:43 AM ET (Lansing State Journal)
Meet the Press – October 25, 2026
• Oct. 29, 2026, 2:56 PM ET (NBC)
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says America is ready to elect a woman
• Oct. 25, 2026, 10:56 AM ET (NBC)
Gretchen Whitmer says America is ready to elect a woman president
• Oct. 25, 2026, 9:55 AM ET (NBC)
Facts
| Also Known As | Gretchen Esther Whitmer |
|---|---|
| Born | August 23, 1971 (age 55) • East Lansing • Michigan |
| Title / Office | governor (2019-), Michigan |
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